Ben Cardin actually said...

"By extending freedom, opportunity and dignity to people throughout the world, we express our core American values and demonstrate American leadership."

"By fighting hunger and disease, we fight the despair that can fuel violent extremism and conflict."

"I think it would be helpful for us if you could give us how we can evaluate progress made on Feed the Future."

"Transparency is important so that we can actually trace how the funds are being used."