Tom Udall actually said...

"For the people of New Mexico, this lack of investments is concerning."

"Yes. Well, this was the Albuquerque district's number one request."

"Will you commit today to support this request from the Albuquerque district and its partners, and to work with us to make sure this innovative, voluntary program is successful?"

"Drought in the American West deserves real attention, funding, and creative solutions to address how we are going to do more with less water in the era of climate change."