Ben Cardin actually said...

"You have been incredible in pointing out the risk factors and putting a face on it as to the individuals who are impacted."

"I strongly endorse her nomination for confirmation."

"If we had more ties and there were more avenues for us to be able to exercise our influence, then we could have a better way of dealing with the type of relationships with China that are counterproduc..."

"I think this is an extremely important area for us to explore. Obviously, we need to do a better job ourselves in our relationships with Africa on trade."