Joe Courtney actually said...

"We need to be careful about how we administer any temporary guest worker program to ensure that foreign workers are not exploited and that U.S. workers have a shot at available jobs."

"I hope today's discussion is the start of a productive debate on immigration reform--one that seeks to serve this nation's workers and employers."

"But nonetheless, the election has really changed the political dynamics surrounding this whole issue."

"I am deeply encouraged by this progress and agree with the joint statement released by the chamber and the AFL that today's effort at comprehensive immigration reform present a historic opportunity fo..."