Pat Ryan actually said...

"Clearly, it is critical that we here in Congress ensure these safety nets remain available--and strong--for those who truly need and depend on them."

"I will again remind my colleagues that--should we fail to get Washington's fiscal house in order--the biggest losers will be our nation's most vulnerable."

"I will again remind my colleagues that should we fail to get Washington's fiscal house in order, the biggest losers will be our Nation's most vulnerable."

"the Administration has--for I think political reasons--determined that Yucca is not a workable option."