Steny Hoyer actually said...

"no matter what we do in the rules, no matter what our rules say, if we don't have comity and respect for one another, the rules will not make us work better."

"Let me be clear at the outset that there is no substitute for the personal interaction of members in a committee room or on the House floor. But when that is not possible because it poses a mortal dan..."

"Children should be able to go to school feeling secure that their school can handle an asthma attack or an allergic reaction."

"I appreciate the opportunity to join the members of this subcommittee today to ensure that Congress is conducting its proper oversight of the Metro system."