Mike Simpson actually said...

"Today's oversight hearing of the U.S. Forest Service marks our first opportunity to work together on the many issues and challenges before the Interior Appropriations Subcommittee."

"I think we should thank him for the job he has done over the last several years."

"I want to commend you because every Chairman likes to be commended by his Ranking Member."

"My feeling is that there has got to be a better way."