John Thune actually said...

"However, given the pro-growth effects of a consumption tax, the working group believes that consumption tax systems in general deserve the attention of the committee as tax reform efforts continue."

"the working group believes that the issues above and consumption-based tax systems in general deserve the attention of the committee as tax reform efforts continue."

"I want to thank Senator Cardin for his leadership, and for the opportunity to work with him."

"Clearly, business tax reform needs to ensure that these businesses are not ignored in an effort to reduce the corporate tax rate."