Robert Menendez actually said...

"The total unfettered drilling that some would seek on the Outer Continental Shelf would have no significant impact on domestic oil and natural gas production or prices."

"I appreciate it. I've asked Secretary Salazar to look into exactly that."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate the hearing."

"We have concerns for any threat or risk to our shore. That is taken as seriously as the desire to produce energy."