Orrin Hatch actually said...

"A nomination hearing is important because it is likely the last time that Senators can hear directly from a judicial nominee."

"When you take the oath of judicial office, you are pledging to do equal justice without regard to the identity of the parties before you."

"I am pleased to have all of you before us today, and, Ms. Reeves, much of your recent legal experience has taken place in the field of alternative dispute resolution."

"I want to thank Senator Mike Lee, who certainly is my partner in this process."