Ben Cardin actually said...

"I found your presentations to be as comprehensive a presentation that I have ever received on the treaty, and I thank you for that."

"It is very important for people to know where they are in the Social Security system."

"I certainly would think our language here at times has been counterproductive to keeping some of our best in public service."

"I think the least we can do is to make sure that we provide the type of support you need in order to get the job done."