Richard Lugar actually said...

"I've become--our farm has become--a member of the Exchange. We are a potential seller of carbon."

"Prime Minister Putin's congratulations to President Obama were interesting, in that this was the first point that he took up as to how there might be more communication."

"This is why I sort of press this energy coordinator. You don't need an Under Secretary of Energy, but maybe it would be helpful if it finally elevates the fact this is absolutely vital to the success ..."

"I am hopeful that both of our nominees today will be advocates for long-term strategic vision within the State Department and the Obama administration."