Diana DeGette actually said...

"There is absolutely no need to open the Arctic Refuge to oil and gas drilling."

"We are concerned that, had we not requested a meeting at Chemawa, we would not have gotten that response."

"Mr. Tahsuda took full responsibility for this 'gag rule,' but did not apologize for its negative effects."

"We are seeking basic information about the operation of a school that deserves to be taken seriously."