Tom Udall actually said...

"I think it is very important that we see it be reopened safely, and I underline the 'safely.'"

"It is important that the Corps continues to work with local interests and listen to local people."

"Could you talk a little bit about water leasing and why it is important?"

"If it were not for leasing water, the river would go dry, and there would be no water to sustain the endangered species in the river."