Alan Lowenthal actually said...

"So, that is how you would characterize those discussions, and you will also send us copies of any correspondence?"

"While the public has been fascinated by the dysfunction of the White House over the past year, one area where this Administration has been ruthlessly competent is in fulfilling the desires of big oil ..."

"We need to be conducting more oversight about the Department's operations and hold more Administration witnesses accountable."

"the desires of everyone who wants to see us protect fragile wild and special places and take action on climate change."