John Barrasso actually said...

"The American people are facing significant issues here at home, a tight budgetary environment."

"And I do not think any of the many, many people I visited in so many communities give any consideration to the lifecycle cost of the project or the social cost of the project."

"the countries are dependent on excess--on very expensive fuel."

"Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate the opportunity to congratulate all the nominees and thank you for your commitment to service."