Barbara Mikulski actually said...

"You think of Baltimore City, but it's at 9 percent--9 percent--and in some communities it's 30 percent."

"I would really compliment you for the thoughtful work that's gone into that and it's something I think you'll see reflected in the work we're doing."

"I think this has been a great hearing. Also, what you bring is experience in this area, both as a Senator and a Louisianan, and a great sense of response, compassion, but also reform."

"The President said he would cut through red tape."