Susan Collins actually said...

"Thank you very much, Madam Chairman. Thank you for holding this important hearing on the Federal Housing Administration and the future of the housing finance market."

"These are difficult choices, and we're forced to choose between very unattractive options."

"I would encourage you to go back and take another really close look at your budget."

"I personally believe that had you been able to get a vote on the Senate floor that you would have won overwhelmingly."