Christopher Dodd actually said...

"Make no mistake about it--this position is as important as any that this committee we will consider."

"I have authored the legislation on pediatric medical devices as well for much of the same reason."

"I think probably this job--I know the Secretary of Health and Human Services is obviously a critical job as is the Secretary of Education."

"Studies done under the Better Pharmaceutical Act for Children have proven, just how important this area is."