Barbara Boxer actually said...

"I am hopeful that you will gain support for this position."

"So I just want to thank colleagues for being here today because I just can't imagine how anyone here listening to each of you could question your qualifications, your experience, and, frankly, your hu..."

"I am proud of you all, I am proud of your families, and I really am going to do everything in my power to personalize this."

"The confirmation of qualified individuals to lead agencies is one of the Senate's most important responsibilities."