Nita Lowey actually said...

"I want to thank you for having this hearing. Thank you for appearing before us."

"I appreciate that, but I am sure you realize that in February, State released a report on the first 6 months of the expanded policy's implementation."

"I just wanted to welcome these wonderful young people who are here for their day..."

"Despite your testimony last year indicating a commitment to preserving America's public lands for generations to come, your actions have strayed from that promise."