Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"It should not be the kind of marathon that it has been, in many instances, for many of our nominees."

"Thank you all for your willingness to serve, and I look forward to considering your nominations."

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

"I just want to assure, again, members of the audience that the lack of full attendance at this hearing and its apparent speed really reflects the lack of controversy, which is a good thing."