Ben Cardin actually said...

"We need to develop a stronger relationship with China. We need their help on many issues, including North Korea, including the environment, including the fact that they are a member of the permanent c..."

"I genuinely believe that it is in China's interest to demonstrate their respect for human rights that is enshrined in its own constitution."

"The importance of our special relationship with Palau is most clearly manifested in the U.S. defense posture in the Asia-Pacific region."

"We strongly support your statement about accountability of those missing in action and that we get full accounts of all of our service men."