Chris Hollen actually said...

"Unfortunately the Speaker's threat to let the nation to default on its debt if Republicans cannot impose their European-style austerity plan is cementing the view in capital markets that lawmakers wil..."

"I thank you Mr. Chairman, I want to join the chairman in welcoming you Dr. Elmendorf..."

"I want to get back to fact we in the Democratic alternative budget proposed a balanced approach that combines needed cuts."

"If there is a government program that is not achieving its intended purpose, let's amend it or get rid of it."