Ben Cardin actually said...

Our involvement in other countries needs to advance gender equity, needs to make sure that we're not participating in corruption.

I share your view about global development policies being one of national security, and that it is important that we have adequate resources...

I would like to see an increase in public transportation because I think that is going to be good for our country.

It helps local economies. Values near metro stops are substantially higher because businesses want to locate near metro stops.