Bennie Thompson actually said...

"This knee-jerk effort that he continues to do to satisfy his base is not working."

"I fought hard for a comprehensive approach to this challenge."

"I commend Chairman Payne for his bill, the Homeland Security for Children Act, which would ensure that children's needs are included in Department of Homeland Security-wide activities."

"It is unfortunate that FEMA has decided not to participate today. Their absence undermines the subcommittee's ability to conduct meaningful oversight."