Sheldon Whitehouse actually said...

"If we are going to have a conversation of some kind that is not going to happen unless we have a Republican proposal to work with, something that is distinct and clear and in writing."

"the only ways to ensure Social Security remains solvent is to either raise revenue, or cut benefits"

"These reforms raise enough revenue to make Social Security solvent indefinitely."

"These are the two competing visions. In one, we increase inequality and do less to make America a good place to work and retire."