"Timing is everything. I think we have got a great opportunity."
"I think they are limited in their tools. We should look at as part of this process, CBO's methodology."
"I couldn't agree more, and I am encouraged and inspired by the passion of you and many Members."
"Fifty years, the results of the last 25 have been horrible, tragic really... if we don't change course... we are going to lose the country."
"So it is my strong belief that the Republican Party unilaterally will not be able to solve those issues, nor will the Democrat Party in this chamber, or in either chamber, solve the issues of Social S..."
"Ultimately, we have to have the political courage to act and that decision and responsibility is ours."
"I believe a commission with membership from Members of Congress as well as outside experts is necessary and timely right now."
"$33 trillion begins to add up to a huge issue of a tremendous and immoral burden on future generations."
"A properly structured bipartisan fiscal commission can build trust, expand knowledge, and, yes, provide a little political cover to Members of Congress who want to do the right thing."
"I believe we have reached a defining moment. Our fiscal affairs are completely off track."
"Rising deficits and debt are an economic and a national security concern."
"Of course, deficits and debt matter."