Jeff Bingaman actually said...

"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."

"There are many issues around the edges of the bill, to 'fix up' this or that. But there are no fatal flaws."