Barbara Boxer actually said...

"It took us 8 years to get into the economic ditch, to get into this fiscal mess."

"I think the surest way to kill the American dream is to foster fear and doom and gloom."

"Appropriate actions are needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Many of these actions could create significant economic benefit for the West as the United States moves toward new energy sources."

"Providing incentives for clean energy is a win-win for our country, because it helps to address the threat of global warming and it builds a foundation for long-term recovery and long-term prosperity."