Ben Cardin actually said...

"strengthening our diplomatic corps is critical to ensuring American national security and economic vitality"

"Good afternoon. It is my pleasure to introduce Anne Ferro, President Obama's nominee for the position of Federal Motor Carrier Administrator in the Department of Transportation."

"I just really wanted to come by to introduce and to support Anne Ferro's appointment to be the Federal Motor Carrier Administrator."

"So then, in fact, if the collaboration is outside of the United States, you really don't have much ability to follow that money."