Rosa DeLauro actually said...

"A contract of citizenship defines the duties of care that a public official owes to the people of a democratic society."

"I strongly believe, as you know, that programs in the HHS budget are among the most important responsibilities that the Federal Government has."

"I want to express my gratitude for the great work that you do and the commitment that you have to the mission of health and human services."

"Not only did the State of Michigan fail to protect its people from lead poisoning, the Government created this crisis."