Mary Landrieu actually said...

"I think all those days are behind us, I hope, and I hope we will hear testimony that the red tape has been eliminated, that we are not requiring survivors to produce multiple copies of tax records tha..."

"I believe that the sooner we pass the $6.4 billion supplemental, which provides absolutely essential mitigation, help for small businesses, homeowners, and most importantly, flexible community develop..."

"I do not think the Federal Government can do it all, but I do think the Federal Government can be a big supporter in this effort."

"It is difficult to make decisions, particularly when you do not know what your neighbors are doing or what the business next door is doing, and people may need more time."