Dick Durbin actually said...

"I do not think our founding fathers in their wisdom could have envisioned quite what we are facing today in trying to keep this country safe."

"When this occurs, it challenges America's moral authority and standing in the world."

"Ours is a democratic society where the rule of law prevails."

"The President must exercise his authority as Commander in Chief within the framework established by the Constitution and the laws passed by Congress."