Chuck Schumer actually said...

I want to thank you and Senator Corker, not only for the courtesy of introducing our great constituent, but for the great job you have been ...

I am proud to present her as President Barack Obama's nominee to be the next Ambassador to Japan.

Thank you Mr. Chairman. It is my great privilege to introduce Mr. Richard Stengel, President Barack Obama's nominee to be the next Under Sec...

But in all seriousness, Rick has always been a public diplomat.