Ben Cardin actually said...

"In Iraq, this will require leaders willing to take bold steps beyond party, ethnic, and religious interests."

"I believe the United States has a critical and necessary leadership role to play in helping to combat ISIL and restoring stability to the region."

"the bottom line is we want to protect the communities, and we want to hold those that are responsible accountable for the reclamation."

"I would hope all of would agree upon is that we do want the independent review, and we want it done with the integrity of an independent review."