Ben Cardin actually said...

"Only in the U.S. Senate would getting a majority vote, 50 some votes, in favor of a proposal be characterized as soundly defeated."

"I think the emphasis on climate change as it relates to U.S. leadership that will have, I think, major dividends in global action which help the people of our Country, is exactly where we need to be."

"We need modern drinking water for capacity but if we don't deal with wastewater treatment, we are going to have problems with clean water in our streams."

"Drinking water needs more, but you shouldn't be cutting the State Revolving Fund."