Ben Cardin actually said...

"You recognized, by combining that with a basic human rights issue, we would not only accomplish two positive aspects but we would broaden the support for moving that legislation forward."

"I would suggest there is no bigger spotlight than the President when he visits, but you need to keep the spotlight on Burma."

"I think it is very important that we be clear that this money is being spent on the promotion of democracy."

"I just think it is critically important that our foreign aid come with strings... that ensure that the money is being used to further our national interests."