Patrick Leahy actually said...

"Judges have to approach every case with an open mind and a commitment to fairness."

"I appreciate that you engaged with Senators, you have answered their questions more fully than many recent nominees."

"I respect your plight and I take so seriously which you pledge to all of us here that you will do your best to consider every case impartially, modestly, with a commitment to principle in accordance w..."

"I don't see anything wrong with seeing the way the treaty has been interpreted in other countries."