Sheldon Whitehouse actually said...

"It is a very solemn thing for members of the U.S. Senate to consider nominees for the United States district court."

"We are delighted to have him back and look forward to a more successful trip through confirmation at this time."

"The purpose of medicine is to take care of the sick and when that purpose is not being met... a secondary purpose is interfering with a primary purpose."

"Your service on the district court and on the circuit court provides excellent background and qualifications for this position."