Ben Cardin actually said...

"Supporting democracy, human rights, and good governance, which begins with fighting corruption and must continue to be a priority of U.S. policy."

"I share the concerns and the objection by the United States to any attempt by the ICC to investigate U.S. personnel."

"With Congress working with the administration we should be able to advance the process."

"If we do not help these countries address those causes, it is going to be very hard to get at the--at the root of the problem."