Thomas McClintock actually said...

"I hope the Administration officials here today pay close attention to the loud and resounding opposition to a unilateral national monument designation."

"This abuse of power means the public is largely forbidden from enjoying traditional recreational pursuits on the public lands."

"I would ask unanimous consent that Representative Jason Chaffetz, the co-sponsor of this legislation, be allowed to join us on the dais and participate in today's hearing."

"The subcommittee measures bills according to three over-arching objectives for Federal lands management: to restore public access to the public lands; to restore sound management practices to the publ..."