Madam President, I rise to congratulate James K. Bredar upon the completion of his service as chief judge of the United States District Court for the District of Maryland and his assumption of senior status. I was pleased to work with…
Ben Cardin
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Ben Cardin is a United States Senator from Maryland, serving since January 4, 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and civil rights throughout his political career. Prior to his tenure in the Senate, Cardin served in the U.S. House of Representatives from January 3, 1987, to January 3, 2007, where he was known for his work on tax policy and social security reform.
Madam President, I rise today in recognition of May as Jewish American Heritage Month. Please, if we could just acknowledge that through the resolution that was passed by this body. Since 1980, when President Jimmy Carter first celebrated…
Mr. President, I rise today in recognition of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Each year, this month gives us the opportunity to celebrate the diverse group of peoples who make up Asian America. And…
Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which…
Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which…
But as the President and you and others have pointed out, in order to achieve a durable end to the conflict we need to build a future that has security and dignity and hope for Israelis and Palestinians alike.
To be true to our founding principles we need to support those people trying to defend human rights, those rights endowed to us by our Creator.
I often speak about the importance of adhering to our values and our foreign policy.
We need to incentivize diversity initiatives and modernize the training and professional developments for our diplomats to deal with the 21st century challenges.
But I think we all agree that we are stronger when we work together, and when we coordinate our activities and work in unity it is a lot better for our nation.
That transatlantic partnership that was restored by the Biden administration was absolutely essential.
This country was founded on a unique basis in the words of our Declaration of Independence that all men are created equal.





