Ben Cardin actually said...

"I do not think we should let this go. I think we should work a little harder on that."

"The United States absolutely must take the lead on this."

"I assume that the United States is going to have to lead here. If we do not do it, other countries will not take the initiative."

"I would also like to have recommendations from you as to how we can improve the Trafficking in Persons Report."