Dianne Feinstein actually said...

"I have actually for nearly 45 years been involved in the sentencing process, first as district attorney, as a Federal prosecutor, as a defense lawyer, and finally 15 years as a judge."

"I think that one of the most important things is respect for everyone--the litigants, the attorneys, and everyone who comes before the court."

"Thanks very much, Senator Schumer, for those words. It is greatly appreciated."

"I would now like to ask the senior Senator from the great State of New York, Senator Schumer, to introduce Judge Geraci."