Mike Simpson actually said...

"I want to publicly thank Chairman Dicks for his fine work, his sense of fairness and his steady hand leading this subcommittee in recent years."

"I do not believe that it is settled. Certainly man has an impact. The extent of that impact is what the debate is all about."

"The fact remains that coal is part of our past, our present and our future, and I believe it will continue to play a pivotal role in fueling our economy."

"$2 per child for mandatory arts programs in our schools is a much better investment."