Political Quotes

Benjamin L. Cardin

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Benjamin L. Cardin is a prominent American politician currently serving as a United States Senator from Maryland. A member of the Democratic Party, Cardin has been in office since 2007, following a long career in public service that includes serving in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1987 to 2007. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on various issues, including healthcare, economic development, and foreign policy. Cardin is known for his advocacy on human rights and has been vocal about international issues, particularly regarding authoritarian regimes. His recent statements highlight his commitment to addressing human rights abuses and holding oppressive governments accountable.

Quotes by year · 1999–2024392 total · peak 2023 (286)
1999: 4 quotes2000: 2 quotes2008: 18 quotes2023: 286 quotes2024: 82 quotes
May 31, 2023

To me, there is a very simple approach--establish it under the United Nations.

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May 31, 2023

I agree that normally it is Security Council, but the General Assembly has the ultimate power in the United Nations.

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May 31, 2023

Whether you are using the Ukrainian system there... this is international.

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May 31, 2023

There is no question about Russia's crime of aggressions, no question about their committing crimes against humanity and genocide.

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May 18, 2023

Twenty-eight years is a long time to be living under a bridge type of arrangement for governance.

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May 18, 2023

We are not going to let them blow up Bosnia.

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May 18, 2023

I applaud your efforts on behalf of anti-corruption.

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May 18, 2023

It has been 28 years since the Dayton Accords, and the structure there was to end the conflict.

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May 17, 2023

Thank you for your leadership on the Chesapeake Bay.

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May 17, 2023

How would you make sure Maryland's input is heard?

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May 17, 2023

It is so important for the agencies to have the resources necessary to carry out our policies, and part of that is permitting.

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May 17, 2023

I really want to underscore this. We had a hearing yesterday in the Senate Finance Committee on the Internal Revenue Service and adequately providing them with the resources to carry out their responsibilities.

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