Ben Cardin actually said...

"I do think we can do both, and I know there are many Members of the Senate who agree on that."

"lasting peace and stability depends just as much on meeting our citizens' legitimate aspirations as they do our military security."

"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."