Max Baucus: “I thought it unfortunate the Senator used the words ``gross ineptitude'' in managing the budget process and the…”

“I thought it unfortunate the Senator used the words ``gross ineptitude'' in managing the budget process and the appropriations process. I am sure he did not really mean that because, in the spirit of comity, in working these issues out, the Senator well knows both sides are trying to work out solutions, and sometimes there are Senators on both sides who have their particular views which tend to impede or slow down the work of the majority. That happens on both sides of the aisle. I urge we work together and find ways. Honey attracts more than vinegar, we all know that. I am trying to figure out a way to get more honey around here and a little less vinegar so we can do what we all want to do. I know the Senator agrees with that.”