Jeff Merkley actually said...

"I want to celebrate the model of looking around the world and saying is there something that I can have an impact on for every American to think about."

"Thank you for the work of your foundation."

"I appreciate that Russ Feingold brought his expertise to bear from his Senate experience."

"Given the gravity of issues around the world, should the U.S. as a leader in the world not be engaged?"