Ben Cardin actually said...

"Our intention is for China to continue to grow and be a constructive player in the region."

"I think people-to-people exchanges have been extremely helpful."

"I hope we can get back to the same type of spirit that inspired you to use your talent at the EPA as we move forward to advance the public health of the people of this Country."

"You have put public health first and that is what Congress intended when it passed the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act."