Ben Cardin actually said...

"I do not know of a member of the Senate who does not believe that the benefits provided by the Social Security Administration are vital to our country."

"It is very important for people to know where they are in the Social Security system."

"I certainly would think our language here at times has been counterproductive to keeping some of our best in public service."

"I think the least we can do is to make sure that we provide the type of support you need in order to get the job done."