Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"If confirmed, will you look at making better use of the Marine Corps' ability to respond to crises in North Africa?"

"My hope is that Lieutenant General Bogdan's remarks do not reflect the general attitude in terms of what that relationship has been or should be..."

"I want to say a particular thanks, as others have, to Captain Kelly and to Gabby Giffords for your courage and strength in being here today."

"I think there is a real potential for bipartisan common ground on this issue."