Ben Cardin actually said...

"I particularly want to thank Senator Crapo for his cooperation in scheduling a Monday hearing."

"congratulations for your service. It is just incredible numbers."

"I think your numbers are very impressive, a 70-plus completion rate, only a 12- to 16- percent revocation rate."

"As you indicated, Senator Cardin, many inmates, especially those who present with persistent drug and alcohol addictions..."