John McCain actually said...

"That is why we would be very appreciative of an expeditious and rapid confirmation of Judge Zipps, because of the judicial emergency that exists."

"I applaud Ambassador Crocker's willingness, once again, to take on an extremely difficult mission, and I look forward to his testimony."

"The U.S. Senate has had the wisdom to confirm him to the post of ambassador, as the chairman pointed out, five times already."

"It's an honor to introduce the President's nominee to be the U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan, Ryan Crocker."