Chris Hollen actually said...

"We will either have to lay off or have an across-the-board pay cut I believe of 6.4 percent."

"the only thing that stands between divided government that works for the country and dysfunctional government is the willingness to compromise."

"the PAYGO rule that has been in effect during different periods has played a useful, even though limited, role in trying to prevent the deficit from getting even worse."

"I do think there are some measures, budget process measures, that can help improve the process."