James Inhofe actually said...

"One of the Senate's most important responsibilities is to offer service and provide consent to the President's nominations."

"It was right of him to resign last month. By removing himself as a distraction to the agency, the Commission can once again focus on its mission of nuclear safety."

"I think, rather than extreme, I should have used the word impatient. I am ready for nuclear energy."

"Thank you, Chairman Boxer, for holding this hearing. One of the Senate's more important responsibilities is to offer advice and provide consent to the President's nominations."