Pat Roberts: “What market signals do these two bills show to rural and traditional fuel-dependent States, including coal, oil, gas…”

I hope we do not stumble on it, and that is to somehow get back engaged with TPP.

I thank my colleagues for joining me in reviewing the nominations of the individuals before us.

Your point is extremely valid. Other countries have beat us to the punch, and we have got to get busy.

His brand of unconditional cordiality is increasingly rare, and this institution sure could use a lot more of it.