Patty Murray actually said...

"I think most people do agree that such high tax rates make the United States a less attractive place in which to do business."

"I am willing to make tough compromises. I have said that if the distance between an opponent and me is five steps, I am willing to take three, as long as the opponent takes the other two."

"The American people realize that. They overwhelmingly support a balanced approach."

"The consequences of failure are unacceptable."