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On the recordJanuary 27, 2009
I believe that we should lead, we should pass legislation, and we shouldn't make a precondition that China or India or any other country agree to the standards.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin emphasizes U.S. leadership on climate standards without waiting for other countries.

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