"the refusal of our Republican colleagues to go to conference is, quote, 'insane,' and, quote, 'incomprehensible.'"
"There seems to be no interest, at least from the Republican House leadership, to actually appoint conferees."
"I think the uncertainty of us not having a budget adds to the difficulties that we are facing in dealing with the very serious financial challenges in our country."
"I want a budget plan and appropriation bills that meet all our needs."
"I hope it will inspire them to do that."
"The continuing threat that Iran poses to international stability is of paramount concern to the United States and to the world."
"It's not a question of unconstitutional, it's a question of do we want to use the appropriately severe sanctions to impose upon someone who, in fact, has not engaged in prohibited activity."
"Our country, the United States, has a vested interest in addressing health conditions around the world."
"This remains a serious worldwide public health emergency."
"Thank you, Chairman Smith, for holding today's hearing on a topic that deserves this committee and Congress' full attention."
"The return of these children is incredibly important to us, and we pledge to work to do the best we can to get these children returned, but I don't think that we are going to sanction Japan, or threat..."