"So we have got a lot to do together, and we want to work with you to recapitalize and rebuild the Department of Justice so we can render justice in our country and have our national honor restored abroad."
"the women's issues are not just a side issue or a marginal one. They are core to the strategy that we have developed."
"Afghanistan seems threatened not only by the Taliban, but by a government that's riddled with cronyism and corruption."
"The fact that we have a government in Afghanistan that turns the other cheek when girls have acid thrown in their face when they go to school."
"I have very serious reservations about our Afghan policy."
"He also brings a history of integrity, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to public service."
"He brings thoughtful temperament, is well respected among his colleagues."
"I have the greatest confidence that Tom Perez will do that."
"He is an independent thinker and is dedicated to the rule of law."
"I take nominating judges very seriously, and I have four basic criteria."
"I would hope that the Committee would expeditiously approve him and move him to the Senate for deliberation."