Robert Menendez actually said...

"We must be ready at all times to defend our policies and programs, both in-country and in Washington."

"I think I would see my role as putting a lot of priority on strengthening democratic institutions because there is an issue of having a system that will avoid a political crisis, such as the one that ..."

"What role will the United States and international community play in ensuring that the elections are free and fair?"

"I do have a very strong view that to have a successful economy, you need to have opportunities for poor people."