John McCain: “The collapse of Fannie Mae was a direct contributor to many of the economic difficulties we have today.”

I want to say to all of you that I am so honored to be here to speak before this Committee.

These are not just any jobs. These are well-paying jobs that keep a lot of people employed.

I have to recognize that it has been this body, this Senate Committee, very important Committee on Indian Affairs that has been helping us.

We owe each other our respect as long as our character merits respect.