Claire McCaskill actually said...

"I certainly want to thank Senator Collins for all of the years of work she has put into this issue, and I know her knowledge and perspective are going to be invaluable as we struggle with public polic..."

"Yes. You guys really need to get after this in the next contract."

"I have to go to the emergency room for something. Who makes the decision whether or not my status is observation or whether I am admitted?"

"Thank you, Senator Collins, for giving me the opportunity to remember how it was in the good old days."