Nita Lowey actually said...

"I do, Mr. Chairman."

"I fear they will soon have to manage with less support in order for the Federal government to meets its obligations to our most vulnerable citizens."

"I appreciate your Department honoring my request and that of Governor Cuomo and some of my House and Senate colleagues, to take a second look at the designation."

"I look forward to working with my colleagues on the Committee and the secretary to continue to review the president's budget request."