Chris Hollen actually said...

"I know that if confirmed, her experience, her character, and her values will be a great benefit to the Department of Education and to our Country at this pivotal moment in our history."

"I would be interested in your view on exactly why delays have continued so long after the holiday season."

"I have heard from others who just, you know, discontinued their relationship, and because they didn't fully recognize that it was not the fault of the----"

"I want to thank you, Inspector General Whitcomb, for your testimony today. I thought it was very enlightening and provided, I think, important questions for the subcommittee to pursue."