"I think that the votes are present in the Senate to pass a renewable electricity standard."
"Not only has that meant cleaner energy for Coloradans, but also more jobs."
"15 deployed Active component brigades are required to stay at 12-month deployments."
"I commend you for your willingness to wade into procurement reform and count on me as an ally."
"Those are 21st century water concepts and you'll be a 21st century Secretary of the Interior. It's great to see you."
"I believe that this man, who's a fifth-generation son of the West, is uniquely qualified and experienced to lead the U.S. Department of the Interior."
"I look for your commitment to working closely with each of us as you consider and develop the Department's natural resources priorities."
"I appreciate the opportunity that you and I had to discuss some of the issues that will be in front of you."
"He's worked across the aisle and with diverse stakeholders on many issues, ranging from healthcare to national security."
"I think that your reputation as a consensus-builder and a centrist will truly serve you well."
"In this fiscally constrained environment, I believe you will need to look for new and innovative ways to acquire capability for our Armed Forces."