Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"we appreciate the leadership of Senator Blumenthal and the Committee in helping those veterans who deal with a school closure through no fault of their own."

"the challenge here is to get at the root of the problem to protect the public interest, and the whistleblower is a means to protect veterans and the public interest."

"I'm proud to co-sponsor this legislation, and I'd like to again thank Senator Kirk for working with me and introducing this bill."

"I do not mean to interrupt you. I apologize. But, is that a yes?"