Edward Markey actually said...

"following the BP oil spill this Committee has a responsibility to the American people to ensure that offshore oil and gas drilling is occurring in a safe and responsible manner."

"I do believe they have a responsibility to testify postinvestigation as to their view of the findings so that they can be accountable to the U.S. Congress as the protectors of the oceans of the United..."

"Holding a hearing on the impact of a safety check following an unimaginable oil spill is a little like holding a hearing on the impact of wearing a cast after shattering your leg without looking at th..."

"Let's talk about some of the real lasting impacts from the spill itself."