Chris Coons actually said...

"Well, they are a modest investment that I think has seen some real outcomes."

"I share the views expressed by several of my colleagues that development is absolutely essential to America's national interests."

"I commend Secretary Kerry's significant increase and support through the SOC, something we have discussed before and you know I have pressed for."

"We are so appreciative of your work, and I think we understand now more than ever that this Nation does not remain secure unless we have a commitment to foreign aid."