Nancy Pelosi actually said...
This all comes back to the American people. They have to have confidence that Congress is here to work in the people's interests, not the special interests. They have to know -- and I honestly believe that you cannot advance the people's agenda unless you drain the swamp that is Washington, D.C.
Context
Nancy Pelosi emphasizes the need for Congress to prioritize the interests of the American people over special interests and advocates for draining the swamp in Washington.
12/13/2006