Edward Markey actually said...

"Even when taxpayers are getting some return for our oil and gas resources, we are still not receiving our fair share."

"At minimum, we should increase the grazing fees to market prices."

"A royalty rate of just 12.5% would return $300 million to taxpayers annually."

"Progressive tax, economic and financial policies are not only critical for our environment, but are also fairer and more equitable for our society."