Christopher Dodd actually said...

"It is not our intention to take it out, at all, but rather expand the number of eyes that are looking at these situations."

"I do believe it is a very, very serious matter to take the Fed essentially out of financial stability management."

"The decision regarding how to move forward in Afghanistan represents an incredibly difficult moment--for the President, for this panel, and for our Nation."

"I strongly support your confirmation. And as I said at the outset, I believe you are the right person at the right time to do this job."