Ben Cardin actually said...

"What's the timeframe for this?"

"Let me start by expressing my appreciation, and I think the appreciation of all the Members of the Senate, for the dedicated public servants who have been working in Afghanistan on the civilian side t..."

"this committee's recommendation, as you referenced, Senator Cardin, that we focus on increasingly implemented projects that are necessary, achievable, and sustainable."

"Will you have by the end of the year a game plan as to what type of industries within Afghanistan will meet those revenues that you're suggesting?"