Jeff Bingaman actually said...

"the Deficit Reduction Commission that the President is establishing is the right thing to be doing for the long term."

"Your efforts to pass this legislation have sidestepped the real issues of border security."

"Harnessing the community energy and passion would never have been possible without the outstanding leadership of Senator Jeff Bingaman and his staff."

"I implore you to continue with your efforts to move the Organ Mountains and Desert Peaks Wilderness Act through the legislative process."