"I think that we all would agree that a sustainable environment is a key to economic prosperity."
"when 95 percent or so of scientists agree that man's activities contribute to the diminution of our environment from a quality perspective, I mean, we should pay attention to that."
"It is indeed clear that something is wrong with our democracy when a couple of deep-pocketed individuals can stall action for this long."
"Yes, I mean, there is a place for political activity, and there is a place for good public policy that promotes the general welfare."
"Mixed feelings. Mr. Shaw, Ms. Durden, I am sorry for your loss."
"if data collection will help us remain secure in our personal liberties, then that's a discussion that we should have."
"I just wonder why is it that you two have been brought here to share your pain about your loss with the Nation?"
"This bill has the Koch brothers' fingerprints all on it."
"This is an anti-regulatory bill drafted by the American Legislative Exchange Council, also known as ALEC."
"Like ideological venture capitalists, the Kochs have used ALEC as a way to invest in radical ideas."
"The purpose of the bill is to paralyze the enforcement of clean air and clean water legislation."