Ben Cardin actually said...

"I can envision that we are going to be approached by a Gulf state saying, look, we think we need a civil nuclear program, and because of our region it is important that we have the ability to enrich i..."

"We do have tools. I mean, we do have the United Nations and the IAEA and the protocols and the potential for Security Council sanctions against those who violate those protocols."

"This is an issue that needs to be engaged with Pakistan as we deal with some of the other security-related issues."

"There is greater need today than ever for all of us to work together, bipartisan, to provide U.S. leadership to reduce the threat of destructive materials."