Tom Carper actually said...

"Taking action means investing in a lower carbon economy, but also investing in more resilient communities."

"Fortunately, we aren't starting from square one. Already, this country is moving forward on a cleaner economy--due in big part to the commitments made by the Obama administration."

"It has preserved critical coastal habitat while protecting communities from storm and flood damage and saving countless tax dollars."

"It will take years to recover from the devastation caused by Sandy, and it's important that we get it right."