Blaine Luetkemeyer actually said...

"The U.S. economy has grown post-Dodd-Frank, and the financial system is far safer and fairer for consumers."

"Notwithstanding these best intentions, my understanding is that the narrow scope of this rule is significantly hindering access to loans for small businesses."

"But one of the key points that I am trying to get to here is there is no loosening of lending standards to get more growth."

"I understand what you go through and I appreciate you being here today and telling some of your stories."