Dick Durbin actually said...

"I look forward to hearing the thoughts and learned judgment of the members of this panel on how we can approach these interrelated problems."

"It is no exaggeration to say that a generation of Syrian children is at risk."

"Thank you. I am sure your father would be honored to see you before us today, and in his memory, we will be remembering him, as your family is at this moment."

"Senator Cantwell regrets that she could not be here today to speak personally in favor of Mr. Bastian, but gives her assurance that she will join in supporting his nomination and speak on the floor ab..."