Ben Cardin actually said...

"if we are successful in dealing with global climate change, if not only the United States acts but we act at Copenhagen, and there is an international commitment, and we in fact meet our international..."

"we need the help our States. We need the work in the private sector. It is a team effort."

"Predictability is so important for investment. Industry knows how to adjust if they know what to expect."

"I have urged our negotiators in Copenhagen to deal with enforcement."