James Inhofe actually said...

"It is critical that we move forward with the nominations under the jurisdiction of this committee so that our Federal agencies can fulfill their mission to serve the American people."

"The Chemical Safety Board is a deeply troubled agency and its next Chairman will have to address a number of issues relating to how the agency is managed."

"Our investigation resulted kind of resulted in the changes that have taken place that make this committee hearing necessary."

"I have always felt, yes, the President should be given every opportunity to surround himself with his own people."