“We’re beginning a downward spiral, not just in finance ... but in the whole economy. We

“We’re beginning a downward spiral, not just in finance ... but in the whole economy. We need quick action.”

U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer

New York Democrat.

“It jumped the ridge and came down like a madman. I left when the embers were falling around the house.”

Barry Demeter

Describing the California wildfire that damaged his home.

“Nothing less than our prosperity and our security is on the ballot.”

U.S. Sen. Joe Biden

Democratic vice presidential candidate.