Ed Whitfield actually said...

This domestic energy wealth brings with it many issues that will need to be addressed by this subcommittee in the months and years ahead.

We can be energy independent if we want to. It is not a question of can we.

we want to be sure that we take every action possible to stimulate the economy and create more jobs.

I would like to call this hearing to order this morning, and I certainly want to welcome our panel of witnesses...