Ted Cruz actually said...

"To my mind, that data suggests that allowing law-abiding citizens to arm themselves, and in particular protecting the right of women to protect themselves, is an important safeguard against violent of..."

"Constitutional rights are designed to be protected not just when they are popular."

"What you are focusing on doing, which is bringing the criminal laws to bear, stopping and punishing violent criminals, is critically important, and I commend you for that service."

"I think we should continue to respect and protect the constitutional rights of law-abiding citizens."