Patrick Leahy actually said...

"Here in Vermont, the dairy industry is a pillar of our State's economy and our landscape, but also our culture."

"I remain committed to the notion that only increased competition is going to give insurers the incentive they need to keep the costs down."

"We should not be surprised to learn that 60 years later the insurance industry is one of the most highly concentrated in our economy."

"I would state, however, that we have had--on our side of the aisle, we have had 11 Senators who have taken part in this."