Sam Farr: “The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is an unsung hero of American fiscal stability.”

We will take our chances down the road, even if that may mean a much steeper cost in terms of American blood and American treasure.

My goal for U.S. aid is to achieve a level of effectiveness that every time we provide aid to a region or country it is with the final aim of transitioning them from trade to aid, like we have done in South Korea.

If you don't fund the State Department fully then I need to buy more ammunition ultimately.

In reclaiming my time, I thank the chairman. I really appreciate those kind remarks.