Edward Markey actually said...

"I think there is a reason to be very optimistic."

"There is real sickness, not metaphorical sickness, that is occurring because of global warming."

"I am afraid too many people are just pessimistic in general. They are just not optimistic about our ability as Americans to be the global leader, to use new technologies, to invest in the future, prot..."

"I certainly agree it is a major public health problem facing the planet."