Edward Markey actually said...

"We should grant Kazakhstan Permanent Normal Trade Relations not only to demonstrate our solidarity with the people of Kazakhstan, but also as a measure to weaken Russia's grip on the region."

"If confirmed, I will work to ensure that all relevant USAID staff give this issue the urgent attention that it deserves."

"Russia must understand that its military and political leadership will be held accountable for the death and destruction it has perpetrated upon Ukraine."

"So every time we see it we know what the answer should be, and if we take strong action then we will probably extract the results that we are looking for."