Jeff Merkley actually said...

"But we may lose this vote here in a few moments, because folks on behalf of those who want to make money through predatory practices are defeating those who are fighting for fairness for American fami..."

"I believe that earlier in the year you called for a surcharge, which we might call an anti-bailout equity buffer, of as much as 7 percent."

"Certainly that was the discussion that was taking place among those of us who were immersed in trying to get rid of the liar loans, was that you would have a safe harbor."

"One of the advantages, of course, of preemption is you create this consistent playing field across the country."