11/12/2013
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"I take this oath very seriously as we consider your nomination, Judge Sotomayor."
"I have admired your strength and integrity in leading this Committee."
"I plan to follow the example of my good friend and predecessor, Paul Wellstone, who was willing and ready to partner with his colleagues across the aisle to do the work of the American people."
"It's an incredible honor to be here, less than week into my term as a United States Senator."