Brenda Lawrence actually said...

"The TIGER grants, which we now call a bill, has proven to be a successful cost-saving, cost-effective program."

"Your tilt, it appears, towards rural projects, discounts the significant needs of urban communities, like those in my district."

"As a native Detroiter like myself, born and raised and educated in the city, affordable housing in the HUD budget is extremely important to me..."

"I disagree with your philosophy. Thank you, and I yield back."