We had about a 10-year boom in this country of exceptional growth. We couldn't afford to do it then, and we can't afford to do it now. Without a plan, it's not going to be solved in our generation. But the time has come to take a stand and say, “This is what we have to do.” It has to go forward in steps. What is the first step? You have to have a plan or you don't go anywhere.
On May 11th, 2009. See this statement in context.