Ben Cardin actually said...

"In Iraq, this will require leaders willing to take bold steps beyond party, ethnic, and religious interests."

"I see no room for broader cooperation until and unless Iran commits to a Syria without Assad, and Iraq that is governed in a representative manner."

"U.S. leadership is desperately needed for stability in this region."

"I believe the United States has a critical and necessary leadership role to play in helping to combat ISIL and restoring stability to the region."