Steve Chabot actually said...

"The Silk Road is primarily used to buy and sell drugs. Bitcoins are the only kind of currency accepted on the site because they are traded electronically and are difficult to trace to individuals."

"The potential benefits afforded us by the recent U.S. energy boom are really astounding."

"Fighting for human rights is one of the most important tasks that we have as a nation."

"While energy independence may not be realistic, energy interdependence is, and it should absolutely be pursued."