Mark Udall actually said...

"What's your response to those who would question whether it's appropriate to have a national war memorial that's privately owned and operated and that charges an entrance fee?"

"I want to thank all of you for your time and the insights you provided."

"I can think of no better way to honor Mr. Buckles and his departed comrades than by passing this bill which would provide long overdue recognition of all World War I veterans in our nation's capital."

"America is a place, but it's also an idea; and you keep both alive by pursuing what you're proposing."