Orrin Hatch actually said...

"I want you to understand that it is that important that the Solicitor General's office never be politicized in any way, shape, or form."

"That certainly would because the Department is already on record as saying it is reasonable."

"I want to welcome the three nominees before us each of whom is nominated to head a key component of the Department of Justice."

"Well, let me just say this: You have impressive qualifications and a lot of support, and as I suggested in my opening statement, there are more concerns about the office than about you personally. In ..."