George Butterfield actually said...

"We have to find ways of intervening in people's lives to prevent violence and find solutions to problems that in the greater society are often ignored."

"Democrats in the House recognize this crisis, and we are determined--yes, we are--we are determined to take some action."

"The gun violence epidemic in America can no longer be ignored. We must treat this epidemic for what it is."

"For too long, Madam Chair, we have handcuffed the Federal Government from researching the affliction of gun violence in America."