Robert Menendez actually said...

"One of the most diverse countries in the world, our potential is unlimited. Unfortunately, minority communities have been historically underrepresented."

"In the absence of it, we basically allow the State Department, with all their good intentions, to decide what is the course without congressional direction and oversight."

"This starts at the top. Like any organization, if at the top you say to those below you, 'I will judge you in part by how you create diversity within your bureaus and departments,' believe me, people ..."

"I support the State Department budget. I would like to have this committee create some structure for it."