Steven Daines actually said...

"I am just concerned about proceeding with this nomination. The track record and the ideology in the past, I think, will perpetuate more divisiveness and will certainly harm Montana's economy."

"I do not believe Montanans should be footing the bill--Montana taxpayers--to help States get out of long-term financial problems."

"These last 12 months have been really tough, certainly for Montanans and for Americans across the country."

"It is just frustrating to see my colleagues on this side of the aisle trying to push forward a partisan $2 trillion bill instead of continuing to work across the aisle."