Richard Lugar actually said...

"I would make the argument for upgrading United States representation in Khartoum to the ambassadorial level."

"The United States should call for the timely implementation of provisions called for in the CPA."

"Clearly, the information that could come from the focus groups--perhaps already has--as well as the findings, as you will publish them and discuss them, are critical for these referendums."

"Well, I think this is an important part of this hearing, to illuminate that process, because these are action steps, finally, and decisions to be made by citizens."