Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I want to thank all of the folks who are here today for your support for the Whistleblower Protection Act that I have introduced with Senator Kirk."

"I enjoy your speeches, Mr. Chairman, and I appreciate them."

"I am hopeful we can consider to advance this bill and other important education legislation, such as the Career Ready Student Veterans Act, through this Committee to ensure that our veterans have not ..."

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