I need resolution, because there are other options. We need to act on those options — out of town.

The resolution stipulates that the Patriot Act may do something (wrong), but it in no way supports that with any tangible evidence. If there are tangible problems with the Patriot Act, address those.

They are so unfounded as to be ridiculous. We are not shopping players. We're rebuilding a team here.

We weren't asking for a handout. We were willing to make the fourth-largest contribution ever to a ballpark.

You have this tough-guy persona, but I know you're scared. I know you're afraid.

Three ownership groups tried to secure a stadium unsuccessfully. Meanwhile, a dozen other new stadiums have been built.