Patty Murray actually said...

"In light of that, it is more important than ever that we make sure all of our programs are running as cost-effectively as possible."

"I believe it is absolutely critical that we invest our Federal education funding carefully and wisely."

"Thank you Chairman Harkin, Ranking Member Enzi, and members of the committee, for holding this hearing."

"I am particularly concerned about heavy-handed marketing targeted at the homeless and our veterans, two populations I have long been an advocate for."