Joseph Lieberman actually said...

"the deployment of ballistic missile defense assets in Europe would make a significant contribution to the protection of the United States and Europe from a Middle-Eastern ballistic missile threat."

"I think both of those points--very important to hear from you--that is, for Members of Congress and the American people to understand, that it's winnable, but it's not going to be easy; it's probably ..."

"We need multi-layered missile defense capabilities stationed and operational in the region before a threat fully emerges to ensure our common European allies' and partners' security."

"Thanks to both of you. You are really extraordinarily well-qualified for the positions that the President has nominated you for."