Chris Hollen actually said...

"I think it is Orwellian to present a budget that tears a huge hole in the safety net as one that is, in fact, designed to strengthen support for vulnerable Americans."

"First, I would observe that while spending on safety net programs is high now it is largely the function of the economic downturn."

"I am more than a little frustrated that we seem to have an inability to accept some of the successes."

"This week presents a very clear contrast in the priorities between Republicans and the Democrats in Congress."