"We know that GM has recalled over 2.5 million vehicles because of defective ignition switches."
"In February of 2002, GM's ignition switch supplier, Delphi, informed the company that the switch did not meet GM's minimum specifications, but GM approved it anyway."
"Like all of us, I am deeply troubled about what our investigation has revealed about GM's business practices and its commitment to safety."
"One reason why this problem is getting worse is because of budget cuts for mental health and addiction services."
"It is designed to get treatment to folks earlier on without having them participate in the penal system."
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"I think this sets a record as the biggest panel we have ever had in this subcommittee."
"you don't know this, Sheriff, but I started my career as a public defender, and so I know this very, very well."
"The question for this hearing, where have all the patients gone, is a very important one."
"I hope that we can address them today, and also as we continue our joint efforts to work towards comprehensive mental health legislation."
"Yes, and I want to ask you, Ms. Ashley, as a fellow mom here, you would much rather--you, as a nurse, identified that your son had severe psychiatric problems from an early stage but you didn't have a..."