Mary Landrieu actually said...

"I am committed to working with my colleagues to protect small business owners from this burden before it goes into effect in 2012."

"I think frankly, more than just having confidential or private conversations with the IRS and Treasury, I think you should submit public comments on this very question to the Department."

"It is absolutely critical to help you in performing the mission of your office."

"I am really pleased that Senator Akaka indicates that he is going to continue to stay on top of this so that those of you who are here testifying today know that we are going to stay on top of this an..."