"I rise today to discuss the National Intelligence Reform bill. I commend my colleagues in both Houses for their hard work in coming to an agreement. As with any conference, each voice is heard, but none can dominate and compromise must be achieved."

"I do have concerns about the current efforts to restructure our nation's intelligence community."

"The harmony of the universe dictates that the bonds of friendship are the true treasures of existence."

"Whatever the medium, there is the difficulty, challenge, fascination and often productive clumsiness of learning a new method: the wonderful puzzles and problems of translating with new materials."

"A humble soul understands that the pursuit of truth is a lifelong endeavor."

"I once tried to raise two tomato plants, and they died in spite of the fact I fertilized them every morning. Duh."