Ben Cardin actually said...

"You have been incredible in pointing out the risk factors and putting a face on it as to the individuals who are impacted."

"But if your objective is to defeat legislation, if that is your objective, then I understand what you are doing."

"The ideal circumstance is to have the Federal Government provide the blanket protection we need for the Nation."

"It is clear in this political environment, the way we get legislation enacted is for both sides to come together."