Bill Clinton actually said...

"The disappointing action of the Senate today provides strong evidence for those who believe that the Senate treats minority and women judicial nominees unequally."

"Legislative action by the Congress to remedy the deficiencies described above and to harmonize the Secretary of Energy's authorities with those of the new Under Secretary that will be in charge of the..."

"This vote was a disgraceful act of partisan politics by the Republican majority and creates real doubt on the ability of the Senate to fairly perform its constitutional duty to advise and consent."

"This bill makes good on our pledge to keep our Armed Forces the best equipped and maintained fighting force on Earth."