Nita Lowey actually said...

"It is very important across these institutions, again, that we meet the commitments we make because if we don't, we will lose influence."

"It is critical to leverage every cent of taxpayer dollars and demonstrate it is spent effectively and efficiently."

"Thirty years ago, President Reagan affirmed that international financial institutions, and I quote, 'have contributed enormously to the spread of hope of a better life throughout the world community.'"

"Given the budget crunch, and given the bipartisan focus on making every dollar count, I think this kind of information is absolutely essential for those of us who believe in the important work that yo..."