Bill Nelson actually said...

"Syria is not going to be able to contain ISIS until at least there is a plan for the exit of President Assad."

"I look forward to hearing how you would approach these issues, and how your experience at the Coast Guard has prepared you to lead this 50,000 member workforce and protect our transportation networks."

"If we make a mistake, it could be fatal, and we need strong leadership."

"I am delighted to hear you say you will come to Miami and Orlando, so you can see how practically speaking it was implemented."