Political Quotes

I was not long ago--Jeff Merkley was here a while ago--a city that was in real trouble, and, again, with a light-rail system coming in, they made some very intelligent decisions.

I am delighted they are talking about the capital standards, but this is going to involve different levels of domestic political pain depending upon the country.

I note that estimates show that $5 trillion in bank debt may be coming due in 2012.

I want to thank my Ranking Member, Senator Corker, and Senator Reed, my friend and colleague.