Rob Portman: “I think we have a window of opportunity here with Democrats and Republicans alike interested in this issue.”

I look forward to getting into this issue of the balance between free speech and the hate speech that leads to violence because it is a line that has to be drawn.

I have come to the floor today to talk about legislation that is going to come before this Chamber this afternoon called the Respect for Marriage Act. I hope the Senate will consider this legislation and pass it. I think it is good for our…

This is not the time for us to back off. In fact, it's a time for us to redouble our efforts because the Ukrainians have shown through their bravery, their courage on the battlefield, that they are making progress, have made tremendous…

If he couldn`t do, we will because all we`re talking about is the status quo and frankly it`s a legislative function.