Corruption threatens our national security, economic equity, global anti-poverty and development efforts, and democracy itself.
Benjamin L. Cardin
The Public Record
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.
It empowers dictators and authoritarians, terrorists and criminals, all over the world.
It is staggering to me that there are people suggesting in the House of Representatives to strip out the $9 billion+ in humanitarian aid.
If we do not get resources into countries--humanitarian resources--in the midst of this great power competition with China, we are so undermining our future interest on the continent.
If we do not put humanitarian aid there, these nations that are critical for stability in the Middle East region could plunge into instability.
The food and humanitarian assistance resources are utterly critical, going forward.
We need to be more aid to the innocent Palestinians. We need to deliver it safely and quickly.
I think Congress uniting to send a very clear message and helping the Biden administration match its means and ends is the right and responsible course of action on our foreign policy.