Ben Cardin actually said...

"The ideal circumstance is to have the Federal Government provide the blanket protection we need for the Nation."

"If your objective is to make sure nothing gets through this Congress, then I understand what you are saying."

"I would welcome specifics, rather than just saying no, this doesn't work; this doesn't work; this doesn't work."

"You have been incredible in pointing out the risk factors and putting a face on it as to the individuals who are impacted."