Stephen Lynch actually said...

"Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. I want to thank you for holding this hearing and also want to welcome our witnesses in coming forward to help this committee with its work."

"In light of its vital role, the Thrift Savings Plan merits continued and careful oversight by our subcommittee so that we can better ensure that our Federal employees and service members are afforded ..."

"I believe that this would be a step in the entirely wrong direction."

"Change is painful. People hate change. I understand that."