No one has done more to represent children.

I hope Congress is going to act before November 30 to continue the extended unemployment benefits that are a lifeline for such a huge number of people.

A faithful friend is a sturdy shelter. The children of this country will always need, especially now, at a difficult time for our country, a faithful friend.

Thank you, Senator Dodd, for holding this hearing today.

This is work that will live on well after your time here.

We need a body that regularly and closely examines the needs of American children and their families.

We're looking after the taxpayer here and that's what my friends on the other side who aren't here should read.

Thanks. We will submit some more questions for the record, but I do want to thank Chairman Dodd for this opportunity.

As we chart our way out of the recession, it is essential that we reassess our priorities as they relate to children.

One is children's health insurance. Two is early learning. Three is nutrition and anti-hunger strategies, and fourth is just basic safety.

Few, if any, of U.S. Senators in the last 50 years have done more, have labored longer in the vineyard of helping children and standing up for their rights... than Senator Chris Dodd.