Bill Clinton actually said...

"I know firsthand that Madeleine Albright has the instincts, the intelligence, the skill, and the strength to lead American foreign policy in this time."

"Senator Cohen and I have talked about that a lot."

"Merry Christmas, and God bless you all."

"She got the job because I believe, amid a list of truly outstanding people, she had the best combination of qualities to succeed and to serve our country at this moment in history."