Janet Yellen actually said...

"There is no spin here. Our confidence in the economy has improved, and when we raise rates, it will be a signal in our confidence in the underlying fundamentals."

"We are very committed to both parts of the dual mandate--price stability and maximum employment."

"Yes. I mean, we expect to report to you on the findings of these investigations, and if the need and suggestions for improvement are found, we expect to put those into effect."

"If the Fed were to raise rates too soon, Senator, we would risk undermining a recovery that is really just taking hold."