Ben Cardin actually said...

"I want to thank you. This is a tough job, and you continue to serve your country in this capacity, and I thank you very much for your willingness. You are the right person. I wish you had more support..."

"The Libertad Act provides for licensing authority by the administration, which is common in these types of legislation."

"it seems to me what this Congress has done in cutting your budgets makes no sense, and I am disappointed that this committee has not been a stronger advocate on your behalf, on the agency's behalf."

"Our engagement will bring faster connectivity and more quality connectivity to the people of Cuba."