Mary Landrieu actually said...

"I think in RESTORE we found a balance, and I hope that those administering this will seek that same balance."

"The time for action is now; we cannot afford to wait."

"It is imperative that we establish viable, effective, and accountable distribution mechanisms now to ensure that this unprecedented investment is targeted at critical projects that contribute to the o..."

"I insisted on that, Senator Vitter supported that effort, so that our local parishes can have some of this money to do some things."