Mike Lee actually said...

"Congressman Payne always spoke out on behalf of people who struggled in many of the most difficult nations around the world."

"Beyond a doubt, our Nation will mourn the loss of such a dedicated Member of Congress, who lived his life as a true symbol of an ideal public servant."

"He was an international leader."

"He loved the Lord, but more than that, he was what we want our public servants to be: someone that actually believes in serving the public."