Thomas McClintock actually said...

"The previous administration prioritized legacy building over the lives and livelihoods of small, rural communities."

"It is appalling that non-local voices have drowned out those who treasure this land the most."

"no one person should have the authority to lock up millions of acres of land with the stroke of a pen."

"No president strayed further away from this intent than President Obama, who used the Act to lock up over 553.4 million acres of land and water."