Debbie Stabenow actually said...

"Now is the time to come together to do that."

"I think for everyone listening, you see there is a difference of opinion and we have got to come to the middle so we can act."

"That is why today's hearing is so important, and that is why we need all of our colleagues involved in this discussion."

"I do think as a contrast, Mr. Chairman, that sequestration is exactly the opposite of that."