Ben Cardin actually said...

"It is quite clear that in this budget climate, we are not going to have the resources to be able to do all that we need to do."

"It restored an ecosystem that is now the pride of the community."

"I would encourage you to consult closely with us as these issues unfold."

"I do think that Senator Corker expresses a view of many of us in the Senate and that is whether the mission is clear enough."