Alan Lowenthal actually said...

"So, it is fair to say that if BLM doesn't look at extraordinary circumstances, there is more of an analysis in installing a stop sign than in drilling an oil well."

"Basically, because none of us is as smart as all of us, and when we get people to the table and working through the process, projects get better."

"Simply put, that theme is: let the industry do whatever it wants and keep the public in the dark."

"These bills are effectively providing an incentive for oil and gas companies to do more damage to our public lands."