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.
It has been since 1995 we have been following the same path in regard to the Dayton Accords.
We need to work closer with our European partners to give them a vision of what they need to do.
I agree with you that Dayton was compromises laid upon compromises as a way of stopping the war, but in that regard it was very successful.
We have a mutual desire to try to get this right, and we recognize we have a real challenge in mental health in this country.
I am responsible--as one of the co-chairs of the groups that Senator Wyden has been talking about--to deal with telehealth.
as we celebrate Black History Month, I rise today to honor two American heroes from our Greatest Generation: Brigadier General Charles E. McGee and Staff Sergeant Waverly B. Woodson, Jr. McGee was a Tuskegee Airman who passed away…
I rise today in recognition of Black History Month. Black History Month provides an opportunity for our Nation collectively to reflect on and celebrate the contributions and legacies of Black Americans. And while we have chosen this month…
I ask for yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk called the roll.
article II, section 2, clause 2 of the Constitution provides that the President ``shall nominate, and by and with the Advice and Consent of the Senate, shall appoint . . . judges of the Supreme Court.'' One of the most important…
today is a sad day. While we gather here in session, a memorial service is being held to honor three Baltimore, MD, firefighters who gave their lives in service to their community. These tragedies are a stark reminder of the commitment and…
I rise today to speak about the terrible tragedy that befell the people of Burma 1 year ago today, when the Tatmadaw, the Burmese military, reclaimed total power in the coup d'etat of February 1, 2021. Since then, the military has waged a…
It is, certainly, a difficult circumstance in Sudan. I understand that. We are with the Sudanese people.
I hope that you will continue to make a priority a resolution in the interests of the people of Sudan as well as holding accountable those responsible for these human rights violations.
Clearly, we must make it clear that a military coup and the military that is now controlling the country, and we have to be with the Sudanese people, not just by our words, but by our deeds.
I have confidence in the Biden administration in supporting the Sudanese people over the military control.
I disagree with the last speaker's characterization of the issue he was bringing up, but I want to stay focused on voting rights because this is an important moment for the U.S. Senate. This is our opportunity to debate the need for voting…
I rise today to highlight legislation I am introducing with the senior Senator from Maine, Ms. Collins, to address prescription drug shortages. We rely on prescription drugs to battle infectious diseases like SARS-CoV-2, for the treatment…
I rise today to introduce an act, co- sponsored by Senator Hagerty, that addresses the importance of foreign affairs training to national security and, more specifically, intends to improve training and professional development of the…
The Middle East is, obviously, a critically important area for U.S. national security.
I am deeply concerned about the exploitation and abuse of migrant workers in Qatar, with workers exposed to forced labor, unpaid wages, and excessive working hours as the country prepare for the World Cup in November.
As the regime in Tehran marches towards a nuclear weapon and foments terror in Yemen, Syria, Lebanon, and throughout the Gulf, we must employ some empathy in understanding the threat that our partners in the region are facing.
If you are engaging in antisemitism, I am going to call you out and I am going to address it.





