Nita Lowey actually said...

"We commend the U.S. military and government agencies who have responded to this crisis, but we must ensure that there has not been unnecessary duplication of effort."

"While we were not alone in responding--and I hope we can discuss the important contributions of the global community and the affected countries themselves--USAID, CDC, and the Department of Defense ir..."

"Clearly, the international warning system for disease outbreaks failed the people of Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea."

"I have been concerned that, while we have stemmed the tide, some may think that the outbreak is over."