"We can't say that we can block off what's happening in the rest of the world, because a human right is a human right."
"We're going to try to get things done. It's not that nobody else has done it."
"The U.S. Government should continue to be a strong leader in the landmark U.N. Security Resolution 1820."
"What happens to any of us, happens to all of us."
"Please make this a priority, and please help us."
"I have complete faith in Senator Feingold in terms of what he's trying to do to end these conflicts."
"I think Tom Carper really did take time to talk about the fact that the States think it is so important, even in these tough times, that they are willing to put up matching funds."
"But you are saying by the end of the year you will have recommendations?"
"We are working hard with Senator Feingold and CEQ to see what we can come up with."
"And last, do you know of any matters which you may or may not have disclosed that might place you in any conflict of interest if you are confirmed?"
"If confirmed, do you commit to help try to find ways to reduce pollution problems caused by heavy metals in coal combustion waste?"