George Butterfield actually said...

"Obviously, you might eliminate some of the political capriciousness by granting this agency predictable mandatory funding."

"The American people may not take notice of this issue based upon the spent fuel issue alone but I guarantee you that they will notice when the cost of not completing the project becomes known."

"Let me thank the chairman for convening this important hearing today and particularly thank the witnesses for coming forward with your testimony."

"Let me thank you, Mr. Waxman, for your leadership on this issue and your leadership on this committee."