"it is clear that the government, in my opinion, truly has no business being in the investment business."
"I have seen a focus on this Administration that has placed most of its emphasis in this area on some failed policies."
"We have to continue to have a source of them, and that means we need to continue a robust policy of aggressive exploration and production of petroleum and natural gas."
"I hope the Administration will take that into account in its energy policy."
"He was an international leader."
"We look forward to working with you on that. I really appreciate your willingness to keep an open mind on that and to consider that option."
"As the first African American to serve in the House of Representatives from the State of New Jersey, I am certain that he will serve as an inspiration for others to follow in his footsteps."
"Congressman Payne always spoke out on behalf of people who struggled in many of the most difficult nations around the world."
"Beyond a doubt, our Nation will mourn the loss of such a dedicated Member of Congress, who lived his life as a true symbol of an ideal public servant."
"He loved the Lord, but more than that, he was what we want our public servants to be: someone that actually believes in serving the public."
"Donald Payne, and all of his work in Africa, and I don't know anyone that knew the continent or the people more than Donald Payne."