Patrick Leahy actually said...

I am hopeful that your background and experiences, to use the words of Teddy Roosevelt, 'the experiences of someone who has actually been in the arena' will help you be that person.

Context

Leahy expresses hope for the nominee's practical experience.

06/30/2010

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