Ben Cardin actually said...

"My concern is that USAID is being asked to devote resources to a politically determined objective, rather than to maximizing development impact."

"By fighting hunger and disease, we fight the despair that can fuel violent extremism and conflict."

"I think it would be helpful for us if you could give us how we can evaluate progress made on Feed the Future."

"I believe that our international development assistance is a critical investment in America's national security."