Carolyn Maloney actually said...

"the No. 1 goal of government is to protect our citizens and to protect our population."

"I think this was an important decision. We should be rewarding States that put strong consumer protections in, not penalizing them."

"In your deliberations, I hope that strong consumer protections for foreclosures are considered a plus, something for which States should be rewarded."

"It is a pleasure to welcome our former colleague and good friend, Mel Watt. You are missed on this committee."