"Judge Sotomayor has stellar credentials. There's no question about that."
"I want to thank every witness for coming, but particularly extend a welcome to two of New York's greatest public servants, Mayor Bloomberg and District Attorney Morgenthau."
"The case for Judge Sotomayor's confirmation is built on her vast experience, keen intellect, and tremendous qualifications."
"I think you have made a great impression on America today."
"You found rule of law on the other side and you sided with rule of law."
"your fidelity is first and foremost to the rule of law"
"I do not think she would adopt the Red Sox as her team."
"So who receives the calls--I mean, again, they are all referred or triaged----"
"Permitted, but is it part of the process?"
"Tricia is a dynamic and accomplished public servant, and I am delighted to support her nomination to be Solicitor of the U.S. Department of Labor."
"OK. Does anyone else have a comment on any of the things I mentioned?"