Patrick Leahy actually said...

"I have always been proud of you and I am glad that you are willing to take on this job."

"He has earned the respect of members from both parties and from all regions of the country."

"I do not think the President or Secretary Vilsack could have selected a more qualified and practiced professional to help lead the Department of Agriculture's Office of Congressional Relations than Br..."

"This is not just a matter of fundamental principles. These limitations are plain and well described in Supreme Court case law."