Pat Roberts: “It allows us to speak out, and if our government is acting in a dishonest or unethical or unlawful manner, it allows…”

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

Ms. Courtney Dunbar Jones, I think your statement was mercifully short, and extremely poignant, and extremely to the point.

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

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