Chris Coons actually said...

"Where civil rights are not protected, equality, liberty, and the very pursuit of happiness are denied."

"It has been almost a year and a half since this Committee last conducted oversight of the Civil Rights Division."

"Congress has an important role to play in oversight of all executive branch activities."

"The Civil Rights Division is charged with enforcing our laws, providing the rights of all citizens, regardless of race, creed, religion, sex, or national origin."