Patrick Leahy actually said...

"It was reported by this Committee and then in a Senate, sometimes called divisive, it passed the Senate unanimously."

"I take a strong personal interest in these positions, both as the leader of this Committee and as the Senator from Vermont who is Dean of the Senate."

"We know firsthand that creators and innovators are the lifeblood of this country."

"The President's actions will give a measure of peace and comfort to many of our Nation's children."