Cedric Richmond actually said...

"I am not here to make excuses, I am not here to explain away things."

"There is simply no reason, none, why the United States lags behind nations like South Korea and Singapore in protecting its people."

"I think it is important to get a coordinated response out."

"I was pleased to hear last week's panel of witnesses agree with the President's selection of the Vice President to lead the coronavirus task force."