Patrick Leahy actually said...

"the Supreme Court appears to have undermined Congressional efforts to protect hardworking Americans from powerful interests."

"The one question that I think lingers after his formulation of principles for a testimony is when he talks about a specific intent to defraud."

"Senator Stevens was not only a very, very close friend; he was one who followed the old school. He always kept his word."

"I urge the Committee to defer this legislation pending further study and consideration."