Debbie Stabenow actually said...

"I had a conversation yesterday with a banker in Michigan who was right on point with what we are talking about in terms of collateral."

"Well, at this point, in order for them to expand it, they would need support from the Federal Government to do that given the economic crisis in the State as well."

"It's important to separate the large financial institutions that benefited from TARP from the vast majority of banks."

"I commend you and Senator Merkley for all you are doing here to get these small businesses the kind of support that they need and that is so essential to our country."