Richard Shelby actually said...

"To me the single biggest problem the country faces is the decline of middle-class incomes."

"However, one alternative measure that seems to fully capture a better sense of labor force participation is the U6 measure that lists total unemployed and underemployed at 11.3 percent as of January 2..."

"I believe the Fed should remain committed to its current accommodative policy until it sees clear evidence that shows a consistent improvement in wages."

"I and many of my colleagues have been calling for greater accountability and more effective disclosure for years."