Cynthia Lummis actually said...

"Are you aware of any instances where the Endangered Species Act has prevented either coal mining or oil and gas development?"

"You get a lot more common sense the closer to the ground you get."

"I also want to acknowledge my thanks to the Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, Doc Hastings."

"I am so delighted that the Natural Resources Committee Chairman, Doc Hastings, has chosen to be here today."