Al Franken actually said...

"One thing that I think we all agree on is there is nothing like economic development."

"It should be easier to do energy projects on Indian land than anywhere else. Because we have a trust responsibility."

"I want your pledge that you will get this done in terms of making this process more efficient, so that we can help you."

"Let me be clear. I am sorry to interrupt you. But that coal in Indian Country would replace coal being mined elsewhere in Wyoming."