Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I would agree with you as a former State official that the States are really pioneering and spearheading some of the most innovative and important work in this area."

"I want to thank Senator Grassley for his shared interest in the Thompson Federal Prison."

"I think that has to be a priority for you, for Mr. Gibson, for the entire VA leadership."

"This is going to create good-paying jobs for people living in his home State of Iowa and my home State of Illinois."