Patrick Leahy actually said...

"There is always a momentary benefit to opening up and making free to the world things previously protected, but there can be long-term costs as well."

"The President's action now allows millions of hard-working parents and students to keep pursuing their American dream today."

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

"Family is the cornerstone of our immigration system and the President's commonsense plan helps keep families together."