Barbara Boxer actually said...

"I am going to be watching very carefully to make sure that we don't get caught up in politics or anything else."

"I think that our country is really better served when the people pay attention to the work we do."

"You bring a wealth of experience in both the private sector and the public sector to this very important job."

"If ever there was a time for someone who can bring us all together, this is that moment in history."