Lamar Alexander actually said...

The sequester is the long-term enemy. It's inexorable unless it gets eliminated.

The reckless shutdown has eroded confidence in the United States as a steadfast supporter of science.

If we want to keep our standard of living, I suggest that we finish the job.

I think that's what has been suggested to me. But let me start with exactly what I'm asking you to consider doing, and that is to authorize ...