Mary Landrieu actually said...

"I've never really understood why existing hydro, in this debate, is not given more credit as a renewable energy source."

"It is a critical part of making sure that we are allowed to make our contribution to the solution."

"It's important for us to ask questions about how any standards we do set will ensure equity among the various regions."

"But, in terms of what you're saying, the contribution of carbon--I mean, obviously, that doesn't exist with hydro."