Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I welcome your receptiveness to thinking more seriously about some kind of adversarial process in the FISA Court."

"I think Americans will rely on you to defend their civil liberties in what are difficult times."

"Transparency and openness at this time in particular I think is essential to the role you will be undertaking."

"I hope to hear more from you about it, and I hope that you will let us know whenever we can support or help you in that effort."