John Dingell actually said...

"Compromise is an honorable activity and it is something which will make this institution work."

"We must not forget about these critical programs as Congress moves forward with SGR reform."

"It would be a terrible calamity if we don't carry this thing across the finish line."

"I want to make it very clear that Medicare beneficiaries should not have their benefits reduced or cost increased to pay for the reform of SGR."