"I couldn't disagree with you more in reference to your opening statement."
"The economic success of the Dominican Republic is linked to the economic well-being of the United States."
"I was truly impressed by the Dominican Republic's commitment to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief."
"I am concerned that it does not do enough to address the full scope of the issue."
"I am a strong supporter of the United States and the Dominican Republic relationship."
"Members of this chamber are closest to the American people that we represent in Congress, and I can assure you that we hear loudly and clearly from them that they are not feeling this recovery."
"We do have to be vigilant, but unfortunately, what happens is we make laws and we make laws for the bad guys, not for the good."
"I just remain apprehensive, and I will have to oppose it."
"So, in the midst of record trade deficits, we are here today debating--and I can't believe this--whether or not we need to reauthorize the Ex-Im Bank."
"It is almost just human nature if you see something that is better you try to get to what is better and you want your child to have a better life than you have had."
"I want to make sure that we do everything that we can to free those girls."