Ben Cardin actually said...

"I am a strong supporter of the Renewable Fuel Standards. It is important for energy security, for our environmental concerns."

"I fully concur in that."

"I think you have answered the question. Your focus, and I understand that, you have interpreted the code to give you authority to deal with the blend wall issues and the energy issues."

"So, therefore, we need to change the statute if we want to protect food security in this country."