Tom Carper actually said...

"Second question, what steps can the Federal Government take to ensure that the next generation of dispersants in the Gulf are greener and maybe even more environmentally friendly than the ones we are ..."

"As this tragedy has unfolded, and we have dealt with it, and we are hearing encouraging reports in the news, with the ability to plug the leak and maybe to do so on a permanent basis, we now turn to c..."

"Well, good. It sounds like this is a problem that could take years to finish out, so it looks like we will have you around for a little while."

"Thank you, Senator McCain."