James Inhofe actually said...

"I have been one of the top critics of the EPA--that when they get involved in these things, we find out nothing ever happens."

"Once they either list something as threatened or endangered, they never get off the list."

"Congress has a constitutional duty to conduct vigorous oversight to ensure that agencies are following the law and spending taxpayer dollars wisely."

"It might be a good idea, Mr. Chairman--maybe you did this before I came in--to remind him why we have to cut this short."