Joseph Lieberman actually said...

"this is a no-brainer for us in terms of a good deal for the Federal taxpayer."

"I think there is significance in that."

"It seems to us to be just plain sensible that we do all we can to attract and retain the 'best and the brightest' to serve in the Federal Government in the years ahead."

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