Mike Johnson actually said...

"On its face, Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act seems pretty straightforward--it provides clearly defined timelines..."

"This is not how the Endangered Species Act was intended to function. The Act can and should be modernized..."

"I will be praying that you have God's favor and wisdom in doing your important work."

"Instead of punishing New England's fishermen--and shutting down their businesses--federal officials should be acknowledging their positive role as stewards of the ocean's environmental resources."