Patty Murray actually said...

"For any of us who have been there--known we have to move out by a certain date, and we're waiting for a closing to occur--this is a very, very stressful moment for many families."

"Are you concerned about a possible double dip?"

"As we look to the future, we have to find the appropriate balance between strengthening and protecting the housing finance system from undue risk, while maintaining access for credit-worthy Americans ..."

"The consequences are too great for too many Americans and the Nation's economy to refuse to come to an agreement because of political agendas or pressure."