Ben Cardin actually said...

"Ukraine has incredible challenges, and Russia is the culprit for its instability today."

"The United States role, as I see it, is twofold. One, it is advocacy for good governance, for promoting the message that governance matters."

"We need to get a clear message out on anti-corruption that it is going to be tough love."

"The programs seem to be more geared towards the military security front or the police security front rather than dealing with developing safety in communities."