Ben Cardin actually said...

"The entrepreneurial spirit of women has really carried us into an unprecedented growth in small businesses during this period of time."

"I want to make sure the resources are fairly distributed in all parts of our country."

"That's why throughout my tenure in Congress I have been laser focused on comprehensive legislation to reauthorize several important programs that support American women-owned small businesses."

"We know that America is in great shape when we see the spirit that's in this room."