Chuck Schumer actually said...

"Mr. President, I appeal the ruling of the chair."

"The most fundamental wellspring of this democracy, more important than a rule in this chamber."

"If the Senate cannot protect the right to vote, which is the cornerstone of our democracy, then the Senate rules must be reformed, must be reformed."

"The eyes of the nation will be watching what happens this week in the United States Senate. If Republicans choose to continue the filibuster, their filibuster of voting rights legislation, we must con..."