Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"It isn't as if there's a short supply, there's a manufacturing problem, the FDA comes in, offers friendly advice, the problem is fixed, no problem again. These are chronic, repeated shortages."

"I would welcome that cooperation as we move forward."

"I have worked with the Chairman--and I thank Senator Leahy for his support--to try to target and criminalize the human trafficking of persons working for contractors abroad."

"I am delighted to hear that you would consider supporting that kind of measure."