Jackie Speier: “Restoring the value of these Lehman bonds is perhaps the fastest way to bring relief to communities across America.”

I'm not going to sugarcoat this. This is a scandal, and it's one that each and every one of you need to take ownership of.

Words matter, and Members of Congress who speak in those kinds of terms should be called out.

I'm more anxious, and I think for all Members, there is going to be more trepidation associated with them being out with their constituents.

We must restore local control to the community.