Patrick Leahy actually said...

"We were witnessing the power of citizens to force their governments to begin a transition to democracy."

"Can we do more to engage with the Chinese on the whole range of issues, from climate change to human rights, piracy of intellectual property, and military cooperation?"

"I agree with you that it is a good symbol when you land, but I suspect the symbol is even more yourself."

"There are so many things that need to be done in this impoverished country still recovering from an earthquake."