Pat Ryan actually said...

"The greatest factor in Washington's spending problem is the unsustainable growth of our largest entitlements."

"We must also reform our largest and least sustainable entitlement programs, which are today on a path to grow themselves right into extinction."

"Clearly it is critical that we here in Congress ensure the safety net programs remain available and strong for those who truly need and depend on them."

"We must also reform our largest--and least sustainable entitlement programs--which are today on path to grow themselves right into extinction."