Yvette Clarke actually said...

"Everyday we hear and read in the news how the increasing number of mortgage foreclosures poses a financial threat to local housing markets, financial institutions, homeowners, and State and local gove..."

"I believe that the fiscal year 2010 budget is this country's first major step and blueprint for fiscal recovery, stability and responsibility."

"I respectfully urge this committee to support President Obama's request, which is an important step in the right direction towards fully funding the CDBG program."

"I also look forward to working in the same bipartisan spirit that the previous Chairman and Ranking Member carried on their work."