Ben Cardin actually said...

"this does not leave me hopeful that this is a government that, at any point in the near future, is going to be more open and more accommodating."

"that bodes ill for the future of the region, and, quite frankly, of the world, as China takes on a greater economic and military importance."

"I would ask, Mr. Chairman, that nothing in the legislation should undermine the principle that Hong Kong is autonomous."

"I think actions are also important. And we are concerned about how the protesters are going to be treated."