Bruce Westerman actually said...

"The American Petroleum Institute (API) writes regarding legislation to be considered during the upcoming legislative hearings."

"the American people are going to get a fair return for the minerals that they are providing to companies."

"As the leading trade association representing the entire value chain of the U.S. oil and natural gas industry, API supports policies that strengthen our nation's energy security and our economy, and t..."

"this is not to say that mining doesn't promote economic development in some communities."