Barbara Boxer actually said...

I strongly believe that Gina McCarthy's nomination should enjoy smooth sailing through this Committee and on the Senate floor.

It is my hope that the new EPA leadership will not seek to administratively expand its regulatory umbrella.

I will look to you to begin a new chapter with the EPA--one that sees the agency as part of a community.

I want the EPA to be vigorous in protecting our children and future generations from the horrendous crisis that we face from global warming.