Ben Cardin actually said...

"Russia will do everything it can to destabilize and to pose a threat to democracy."

"I advocated public statements by the Embassy to highlight areas of eroding respect by foreign governments of democratic institutions and norms."

"My work in Zambia has opened my eyes to the positive impact that America can achieve by devoting time and resources to projects in the developing world."

"I have spent many years promoting the importance of voting and helping individuals register to vote."