Ben Cardin actually said...

"Let me thank all three of our nominees for their continuation of public service. It is a sacrifice, we know that, and it is a family sacrifice."

"What commitment can you make to us that you will ensure equal access to all citizens to the Tax Court?"

"We thank the RUSH Act sponsors, Senator Ben Cardin, Senator Mark Kirk, and Senator Bill Nelson;"

"I thank Senator Nelson and Senator Collins for holding this hearing."