Edward Markey actually said...

"I would just hope that maximum credible earthquake would be reexamined after what has happened in Chile, New Zealand, and Japan."

"What interim safety measures are you going to require while you study the issue?"

"Do you agree that this legislation will dramatically increase our dependence on foreign oil because it prevents EPA from taking actions to reduce oil use from cars, trucks, planes, boats, trains, cons..."

"Do you agree that the views of these heroes that the legislation undermines EPA's regulatory authority that is critical to reducing the clear and present danger to the security and welfare of the Unit..."