Gary Peters actually said...

"I look forward to hearing more about your qualifications and your visions for the role of this important and historic board."

"I am grateful for your willingness to serve."

"This has delayed closure for communities and families who have wrestled with the pain of tragically unsolved civil rights crimes."

"I am honored to say that we are joined virtually by a former colleague of mine and a former member of this Committee as well, Senator Doug Jones."