Patrick Leahy actually said...

"We must do everything in our power to help victims of abuse and domestic violence, and that is why this bill must be reauthorized."

"Thank you. I am thinking we have three former prosecutors sitting here at the dais now, and that is one of the things that has kept us here."

"I appreciate you being here. Thank you very much."

"The Violence Against Women Act has helped to transform our criminal justice system."