Dick Durbin: “I applaud this exceptional nomination, which I encourage the Senate to confirm.”

Public executions have no place in a democracy.

The lack of community involvement and speed with which this project has moved forward raises questions about the role of private interests.

You can’t survive in politics unless you’re optimistic. You’ve got to believe that even though you face a setback or you don’t have all the laws you need, that tomorrow will be better.

Much like a toddler throwing a tantrum, Donald Trump continues to punish Americans who live in states that did not support him in the last election.