Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"But unless they are made to pay a price as well, the Russians will be enabled and encouraged in the future."

"I know you have been asked this question before. In fact, you were asked when you last testified here. You said that tools like sanctions can be an effective option."

"We have heard repeatedly in this room, as well as yesterday with Director Clapper, that the Russians will continue attacking the United States unless they are forced to pay a price."

"Right now, our policy of deterrence is in my view an abject failure."