Edward Markey actually said...

"When President Ulysses S. Grant hammered in the Golden Spike on the Transcontinental Railroad, he was connecting not only the eastern and western United States, but completing a project made possible ..."

"I just think that it is a real tribute once again to the Committee, and I thank you, Chairman, for working with me on this legislation."

"To truly get at the problem we are trying to solve, our goal must be... to bring about a change in Palestinian political culture."

"I commend Senator Graham for taking the lead to introduce legislation designed to bring an end to this abhorrent practice."