Patrick Leahy actually said...

"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."

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

"I think we have crafted a strong and fair compromise that will address abusive conduct while preserving the strength of our patent system."

"Predatory conduct that takes advantage of the complexity of patent law does not serve the important goal for which our patent system was intended."