Patrick Leahy actually said...

"I have a little trouble hearing criticisms of the President finally acting when the Congress would not."

"I think also we sometimes think we can do a one-size-fits-all."

"I think probably the most extensive were by President Reagan. But I would also point out if--an Executive action is usually done, it is when Congress does not act."

"Let me be clear: AIA reviews are critical elements in the overall framework of a properly functioning patent system."