Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I am hopeful also that the full Senate will move, as well as this Committee, to approve these nominees."

"One quick question. Could you comment specifically on the different alternatives in terms of collateral that may be available?"

"Your leadership has been really tremendous in this area."

"I want to just briefly say thank you to the President for providing the strong leadership that he has in the wake of this disaster in Connecticut."