Mark Warner actually said...

"this is not as much an immediate problem, but an intermediate problem and needs to have phase-ins."

"we are going to be under tight fiscal constraints for as far as the eye can see, and we just do not have room for inefficient programs in this Federal Government"

"deficit reduction needs to be done in a balanced way, and includes a responsible mix of spending cuts and new revenue from those who can afford it the most."

"the fact that it includes a mix of spending cuts and new revenue reflects the values and principles of balance and fairness that the vast majority of Americans have clearly stated they support."