Chris Coons actually said...

"I encourage any Members who are here for introduction who need to do so to feel comfortable excusing yourselves."

"I want to start by just thanking you for your remarkable leadership as Secretary of State."

"I certainly look forward to continuing to get your advice, direction, and encouragement as I try to work with my colleagues here to ensure the same sort of success going forward in West Africa that we..."

"We deeply regretted you were unable to appear before due to your illness, and I am thrilled to see you have made a full recovery."