James Clyburn actually said...

"A national plan to me must include clear and consistent public health measures across all 50 states."

"I joined this august body back in 1993. At the time, the appropriations process allowed members to direct funds to activities and communities they deemed worthy."

"When I was first elected to Congress, I was told by my State's Secretary of Commerce that until the water problems in my district were solved, there was little chance of attracting the levels of inves..."

"What these communities do have is a Congressman who lives among them, interacts with them regularly, understands their needs, and has been elected by them to represent their needs."