Jim Costa actually said...

"It is time to step up and do what is right."

"America has always attempted to be a Nation of bold, visionary leaders who dared to think big in times of difficulty."

"I submit today to tell you that if it had not been for that multibillion-dollar construction project, we wouldn't have the benefits of that transportation plan."

"Clearly, all is possible if we can only work together, which often times is in short supply around here."