Jackie Speier actually said...

"Its continuing operation damages national security by justifying abhorrent extremist behavior, by undermining relationships with allies and partners around the globe."

"I really think that there is no higher calling for all of us as Members of Congress than to do rigorous investigations and oversight."

"Responsibly managed transfers of select individuals from Guantanamo into the custody of foreign countries constitutes the necessary first steps towards closing the detention center there and to embrac..."

"Whether a fair representation or not, to many in the world Guantanamo symbolizes a manifestation of lawless abuse."