Bill Nelson actually said...

"Thank you, Senator Landrieu. And, again, it is obvious, your leadership, by virtue of what you have just said."

"I want to forgo any opening statements so that we can accommodate her need to get back to the floor."

"The meeting will come to order. And it looks like it is very much in order."

"We need to ensure that we are doing everything we can to protect our coastal ecosystems."