Ben Cardin actually said...

we have a greater tradition of democratic governments. But we are very much compromised by systemic corruption that exists in so many countries.

Cardin highlights the challenges of corruption undermining democracy in the hemisphere.

03/23/2021

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We want the best policy objectives. Future Congresses are going to act regardless of what we do in this Congress on these recommendations.

My concern is that if we were to pass the recommendations of the Commission, it is unlikely that that would stand for very long before Congr...

I think you have the right formula, and each element will be controversial.

We are certainly realistic to know that your proposals are going to be politically controversial wherever you went.