Patrick Leahy actually said...

I hope Judge Sotomayor will answer all questions as fully as possible.

Let me make very clear: There will be no outbursts allowed in this Committee, either for or against the nominee.

No one, including the President, has the right to require ideological purity from a member of the Supreme Court.

Let no one demean--let no one demand--this extraordinary woman, her success, or her understanding of the constitutional duties she has faith...