Edward Markey actually said...

"My legislation would reduce the deficit by nearly $19 billion over the next 10 years just by ending taxpayer-funded giveaways for these companies."

"Enough is enough. Rather than balancing our budget on the backs of our seniors and millions of Americans who are struggling, we should be ensuring that oil companies are paying their fair share."

"I will continue to monitor the progress the industry makes in developing its response capabilities, and ensure that the Interior Department is holding the industry to the highest safety standards in t..."

"Rather than balancing our budget on the backs of seniors and millions of Americans who are struggling, we should be ensuring that oil companies are paying their fair share."