Nita Lowey actually said...

"I must say I have been asking this question for months, and I was pleased to hear from the Secretary that this is an absolute given if there is going to be a deal."

"What about Russia? What are they really up to?"

"I would really ask you to help us with securing reauthorization."

"I am particularly pleased to be here today, and I cannot help but think what a great privilege you have to have this extraordinary portfolio, and how privileged we are to have you in that position, so..."