Kelly Ayotte actually said...

"It is unacceptable that Americans who defended our Nation and who sacrificed so much have died or become more ill because they were not able to rely on the VA for critical care."

"Absolutely, and we should promote it and encourage people to see what really is happening, because I think there is sort of a romanticized view being pushed out there that is attractive to people."

"I really hope, you know, that we will have some common sense on this and allow you to continue to do what you have been doing historically rather than creating another--continuing to plunk millions of..."

"I hope when you look at this that we need to decrease the burden on employers, not create more paperwork."