Ben Cardin actually said...

"It is critically important the Federal Government live up to its commitment as a partner, but also to establish a way that we can be more actively involved as a partner with Metro in regards to the sa..."

"The Washington, DC area ranks second-worst in the United States as far as traffic congestion is concerned."

"I strongly support the legislation that Senator Mikulski has been involved with that would give the FTA the authority to set up safety standards for our transit system."

"There has been no stronger voice in the United States Congress on this issue than Senator Mikulski."