Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Immigrants have made America great, not by themselves, but they have been a part of the greatness of this country."

"Refugees are not criminals or terrorists, they are men, women, and children seeking asylum."

"We must strengthen and protect institutions--like our system of Federal elections that is under pressure from Russia and other foreign state actors."

"The security of the homeland is at stake, and our constituents expect no less."