Maria Cantwell actually said...

"I've always said environmentalists make great ancestors."

"The ocean policy that is being suggested by the task force does not take away authorities that Congress has granted."

"I think, from the recreational community, you'll hear this--the recreational community, and, I think, some from the commercial fishing industry, would say that they care about a sustainable resource."

"Conserving and preserving our natural resources reflects the values I grew up with here in Washington State."