Mark Begich actually said...

"We have a responsibility to protect the most vulnerable among us."

"The work that has to be done is significant."

"If we do not do this as a national model, you will not be as successful as we need you to be for the veterans of this country."

"We specifically extend our appreciation to Senator Murkowski and Senator Begich for their support and efforts to repeal the Alaska exception of the Violence Against Women Act."