Barbara Boxer actually said...

"If we stay focused on those priorities, then we can make prudent short- and long-term policy decisions as we address this spill."

"If we find gross negligence or other violations of Federal law on the part of oil companies and their subcontractors, then we will hold them accountable."

"Oil drilling is a 19th century answer to a 21st century problem. It is inherently dangerous, inherently dirty, and inherently destructive to our environment."

"I think it is very reasonable to expect that you ought to consider raising that liability for economic damage to at least $10 billion."