Tom Udall actually said...

"Native languages are not only crucial to the communities that speak them, but they also have played an important role in our shared American history."

"Do you see one of the things that happens with young people your age, if they learn Cherokee fluently, they feel more motivated to succeed, to interact with the community, to make sure that you grow a..."

"That, I think, is a tremendously important concept."

"I know that your parents who are here and behind you are very proud of you, but your little brother went to sleep during your testimony, so I don't want to wake him up."