Chuck Grassley actually said...

"I have been in the Senate for--now in my 33rd year, and I felt like it was a dog-and-pony show to me."

"It is my hope that if approved, the nominees will use their time at the FCC to commit that its policies ensure affordable access to advanced telecommunication services throughout rural America."

"If the USF is going to serve its purpose and help serve rural America, FCC policies should adapt to recognize the unique circumstances of these carriers."

"They have access to information when the Federal Reserve will try to sell securities, and what price they will accept. And they have intricate financial relations with people across the globe."