Richard Lugar actually said...

"This committee and others in Congress have spent much time examining how the United States can work cooperatively with partners at the U.N. to streamline its bureaucracy, improve its transparency, and..."

"The diplomatic challenges that will face our nominee include the nuclear confrontations with Iran and North Korea, the spread of HIV/AIDS and other diseases, refugee crises related to Iraq and Darfur ..."

"The position of Ambassador to the United Nations is unique, as you pointed out, Mr. Chairman, among diplomatic assignments."

"Because of Andy's work we live in a safer world."