Ted Budd actually said...

"We have to take action and reverse course. The path we are on is simply unsustainable, and risks triggering a financial crisis that would undermine the prosperity of the American people."

"I want to sound the alarm on our country's out-of-control fiscal situation."

"Passing legislation like this is common sense. It is simply a no-brainer."

"Thank you, Madam Chairwoman, and thank you to our witnesses for your time again this week."