Nita Lowey actually said...

"Climate change has manifested as catastrophic events that threaten our national security and the livelihoods of American families."

"How do you justify eliminating funding for this program? Are you not alarmed by the link between exposure to chemicals in the environment and consumer products, and changes to hormones, health, and de..."

"your budget proposal abandons your Department's critical mission."

"I want to tell you as a mother and grandmother of eight, I really worry about issues like this. And it would be so irresponsible if we do not continue to move forward."