Richard Lugar actually said...

It is my hope to move this nomination as rapidly as we can in the next 48 hours because we must have a confirmed ambassador, and it would be...

I appreciate that response. Obviously, you are on top of the subject, and I congratulate you.

I am very pleased the President has nominated a man whose substantive knowledge, experience, and respected leadership are so well suited to ...

I am hopeful you will join me today and encourage the continuation of the special envoy role following your departure to Baku.