Ben Cardin actually said...

"There is at least some evidence that the mercury coming in from plant activity is affecting Maryland waters, the Potomac."

"my highest priority as Chairman of the Water and Wildlife Subcommittee is to ensure that all Americans have clean and safe drinking water."

"The best way to keep them out of our water is to prevent them from getting in there in the first place."

"Mercury contamination is a significant health care risk for people in our community, and the levels appear to be way too high."