Ben Cardin actually said...

"The passage of the Affordable Care Act, which has provided an opportunity for small businesses today who have been shut out of the competitive market to be able to get into a competitive market."

"Senator Risch is right. Small businesses principal objective is to stay in business, to expand, and do what they do."

"As Senator Hatch has pointed out, those who have committed the crime need to be held accountable for their actions."

"I want to thank you for your leadership on this. I am proud to be a co-sponsor of your bill."