Tom Carper actually said...

"I just want to acknowledge their efforts and to say that I share in solidarity with them."

"I thank you for your leadership particularly in helping to protect the Chesapeake Bay, in spite of efforts to cut funding for the important programs there."

"Just use some common sense."

"It is possible to have clean air and clean water. It is possible to protect our land and conserve species and still have good jobs, plenty of jobs."