Edward Markey actually said...

"for the EPA to properly evaluate and regulate toxic substances, it is essential that they have the most up-to-date chemical and toxicity data available."

"These watchdogs must be independent, non-partisan, and maintain the highest ethical standards."

"So, in general, what you are saying is that GAO and the inspector general at the department at the EPA have a very similar view of the speed with which EPA does respond."

"In addition to fighting fraud, waste, and abuse of power, they ensure that Government works the way Congress intended."