Ben Cardin actually said...

"But, there is times that you need congressional understanding in order to perceive."

"We need to get source information to do our oversight, and we depend upon the person who is responsible for that."

"The United States has played a leadership role in encouraging responsible mineral sourcing as part of broader efforts to support peace and security."

"I would encourage the Government of Ghana to operationalize its new Office of the Special Prosecutor and empower it to conduct its business impartially, including potentially through offering training..."