Chuck Schumer actually said...

the place is broken and we ought to fix it without a mind to what particular ascendency each party has.

I want to especially thank Senator Byrd for his continued interest and participation in these hearings.

My resolution would actually require at least 41 Senators to show up and vote to block cloture, or else the legislation could move forward.

We appreciate that they took time to appear before us to explain their proposals.