Gregory Meeks actually said...

"I have often said that over the years our diplomats are really the unsung heroes of United States security."

"It is time for us to acknowledge not just with our words, but also with our deeds the importance and the danger some of America's finest public servants face abroad."

"I have just a few questions on issues that have come before my office from a number of constituents."

"The fact of the matter is, if that wasn't the case, I might not be sitting here today because certain times, my parents had to rob Peter to pay Paul to help me get through school."