Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Make no mistake--I do not oppose the use of technology to secure our America's borders."

"If prisons were a cause of jihad radicalization, even a weak cause, then the country would be rife with terrorists."

"I urge you, Mr. Chairman, to hold a hearing examining the homeland security threat posed by anti-Government and white supremacist groups."

"As we consider the possible domestic effects of our actions, we must also consider the possible effects abroad."