Orrin Hatch: “I can assure you that if I applied Senator Obama's standard to your nomination, I wouldn't vote for you.”

Having a confirmed Commissioner, and sustained leadership, will benefit the Social Security Administration.

It has been one of the great honors of my life to serve on this committee.

I urge Congress pass the OPEN ACT before the end of this year.

I want to thank my dear colleague from Iowa. He is one of the greatest Senators I have served with. He is just a wonderful friend and a wonderful Senator. He has worked his tail off the whole time he has been here. I am grateful for his…