Ben Cardin actually said...

"I believe my cases, my entire record shows that I look at the acts of Congress, as I think the Supreme Court does, with deference."

"I thanked you in the beginning for your willingness to serve the public as a prosecutor and as a judge."

"Before this hearing, the people of this country knew that the president had selected someone with incredible credentials to be a Supreme Court member."

"I think, as attorneys, we all have a special responsibility to ensure equal justice and that requires equal access."