Chuck Schumer actually said...

"New York has no choice. We must simultaneously rebuild and adapt to protect against future storms."

"These are tough times and the support we have received from our colleagues has been exceptional."

"Congress should focus on helping those in need and rebuilding communities, not on politics."

"The tragic storm was an unfortunate wakeup call for New York that much more must be done by the Federal, State and local governments in our region to protect and fortify our vulnerable infrastructure ..."