Ben Cardin actually said...

"Renewed American nonproliferation leadership will be essential to reducing the dangers posed by nuclear weapons."

"I believe that the provisions of the Treaty are still highly relevant and vital to the preservation of U.S., as well as international, security."

"The key to NATO's success is its ability to maintain unity and resolve, and, if confirmed, I will ensure we hold Allies accountable to the same set of values."

"If confirmed, I would work within the context of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) to make good on its objective of expanding access to the peaceful uses of nuclear energy."