Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I do not want to dwell too long on this issue, and you have been very gracious in talking to me about it on previous occasions, both on and off the record."

"General Dempsey, what is the cost of the current contract?"

"What procedural measures have been implemented within your respective Service to mitigate risk with regard to prescription of opiate medication?"

"We owe you a tremendous debt of gratitude both in peace and war."