Jeff Merkley actually said...

"Once you establish a principle of equality under the law, of equal opportunity, people get it, and their behavior changes."

"Passage of ENDA would be a major step in the right direction by ensuring that current protections are extended to include sexual orientation and gender identity."

"It is important to first understand the context for this specific policy issue within Raytheon Company business."

"It's about time that we protect all American citizens, giving them both the chance to have a job that they would like to apply for--without discrimination hiring."