Christopher Dodd actually said...

"He has served with distinction as chairman or ranking member of this key subcommittee for more than 20 years."

"I wanted to share a few more thoughts about a subject matter that I've obviously been deeply involved in."

"I'm deeply grateful to John for conceding the gavel to me here to allow me to chair this hearing."

"The hearing will come to order. Let me apologize to the witnesses and to my colleagues."