Ben Cardin actually said...

"We need to be very strict about how we use our aid programs in countries that have challenges in dealing with corruption."

"The role that we play in development assistance is equally important part of our national security budget."

"Trafficking is a serious problem, and I must tell you, we very much want our mission in the Caribbean Islands to give us a strong report."

"We cannot accept that. What is your strategy to use the tools of our embassy to get a more open society and protecting journalists?"