John Curtis actually said...

"I would like to remind everybody that the intent of this bill is to measure performance."

"Without a level playing field and accountability from high-emissions countries like China, the United States' efforts to reduce emissions will have little if any effect on the planet overall."

"Regardless of the outcome of the summit, I for one will continue to urge the administration to use every possible economic and diplomatic solution to find answers and bring us forward."

"I am hopeful that we see a productive summit. I, for one, view it as historic and important to be taking these steps."