Joseph Lieberman actually said...

"This legislation is a valuable opportunity for the Federal Government to enhance an essential recruitment and retention tool."

"We believe it is the fair and right thing to do, and also because we believe it makes practical sense for the Federal Government as an employer."

"Just as important, this bill shows that we recognize the value of every American family and are committed to the ideal of equal treatment under the law that our Founding Fathers envisioned."

"It is a good point, and it is certainly validated by the differing opinions among different age groups on questions of gay rights generally, including this one."