Bobby Rush actually said...

"I remain optimistic that this subcommittee may return to the days of enacting bipartisan and comprehensive energy policy."

"It is important that the federal government does not abdicate its leadership role or responsibility of promoting, encouraging, and enticing interested stakeholders."

"it is imperative for this subcommittee to also promote and to encourage renewable energy resources."

"to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy to all Americans; two, to provide additional jobs and economic opportunities to all segments of our population; three, a plan that will address the dire..."