Mitch McConnell actually said...

"I see it differently. In my view, it is precisely when we stop speaking out against proposals like this that we are in the greatest danger."

"It is no secret that the First Amendment has been a consuming passion of mine for many years."

"Democratic leaders should not be focused on a bill the primary purpose of which is to silence their critics."

"Virtually everybody in the Senate is in favor of enhanced disclosure. Public disclosure of campaign contributions should be expedited, so voters can judge for themselves what is appropriate."