Jeff Merkley actually said...

"Let us not lose sight as we wrestle over clauses that raise questions about what is a religious association, the courts have worked that out."

"This discrimination is absolutely wrong. It is morally wrong and we must end it."

"It is time now to say to all Americans no matter who you are, no matter your sexual identity, your gender identity, if you are willing to work hard, if you are willing to contribute to society, then y..."

"We simply should not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or sexual identity, period."