Jeff Merkley actually said...

"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..."

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

"All men are created equal, endowed by their creator, with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

"I'd just like to invite anyone else to speak, who has been part of this conversation over the years, on the type of transitions that have occurred between 2002, when we last held a hearing, and 2009."