Ben Cardin actually said...

If confirmed, I will stand united with our allies and partners against the PRC's assault on Hong Kong's freedoms.

Recognize that you have support in the Senate to advance diversity within the Department of State.

My entire professional life has been dedicated to public service, often in direct promotion of human rights and democracy.

I helped persuade France to cancel a multi-billion dollar defense sale to Russia in the wake of the Crimea invasion.