John Kerry actually said...

"Well, it would be terrific if we could, and I know there are a lot of advocates here who would be very excited if you can do that."

"Can we anticipate that those issues that you raised, which I think are legitimate. Can we work those through in short order and try to see if we can't move this legislation--with unanimous support, ho..."

"We appreciate what you've conveyed to us today. I really mean that. Very, very compelling testimony, both of you."

"I think we're poised to move."