Ben Cardin actually said...

"The stakes are enormous in the coming years. We will have great opportunities to build and redefine our relationships around the world, particularly in the Middle East."

"I appreciate that, because I think all three parts are important."

"Senator Inhofe has been a strong proponent of moving forward with water infrastructure as has Senator Boxer."

"The administration has welcomed Senator Cardin's campaign for justice for Sergey Magnitsky, and shares the Senator's concerns about this tragic case and about rule of law in Russia more broadly."