John Thune actually said...

"I'm here to tell you that--and if perchance the Democrats should control the Congress next time, and nobody is quite sure of that, John Thune has one idea, Bill Nelson has another idea, and you."

"I certainly recognize that participation in organized sports not only requires physical and mental strength, but also teaches teamwork and other skills that serve you throughout life."

"There is a lot of flexibility that's allowed at the member institutions to make decisions that are in the best interests of their student-athletes."

"However, the college student-athlete is, and should be, a student first."