"The size and scope of government is increasing. Look at the number of laws, regulations and lawsuits companies have to contend with."

–Kirk Blalock, Republican lobbyist

"We have plenty of people looking for work, and there are jobs. They’re just not aligning. There is a group … that has been left behind."

-Helen Stefan Moreau, Midtown Group

"We’re seeing an enormous transfer of income from taxpayers to the Washington economy."

-Stephen S. Fuller, George Mason University