Lamar Alexander actually said...

"We have a responsibility to ensure that innovation in gene editing technology is safe and effective."

"Innovation in gene editing technology can lead to breakthroughs in medicine and agriculture."

"I wish to submit a statement on this legislation for the Committee record and express my hope that the Congress can enact on it while Senator Corker is still a member of the United State Senate, which..."

"Based on his hands-on experience, his strong academic credentials, his mentorships, his practice of law, and the time he has had here the last few months, he is very well qualified."