Rob Portman actually said...

"It is important for our growth as a country and for the prosperity and jobs in the country for us to be out there doing this."

"We look forward to working with Democrats and Republicans alike to pass Trade Promotion Authority as soon as possible."

"I want to congratulate you and Senator Hatch and Chairman Camp and the administration for working together on putting together a good bill on Trade Promotion Authority."

"I offered a bipartisan amendment, along with Senator Brown and Senator Stabenow, to extend this health care tax credit."