Jeff Merkley actually said...

"This law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation in employment, housing, public accommodations and other areas."

"So, harassment of gay, lesbian, and transgender people are legal in States that do not have protection against discrimination."

"It's probably appropriate to note here that we have received a letter from the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America, from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, and the General Conferen..."

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