what can or are you doing specifically through the United Nations to bring attention to the, frankly, the horrible situation in Venezuela

The $6 billion to $7 billion in sanctions could be reinstated in a nanosecond.

I have been very distressed to learn that the IAEA cannot inspect or gain access to Parchin, which has been rumored as the facility where they do weaponization testing.

It is counterproductive, and doesn't move them closer to any final resolution. I think it was wrongheaded and very, very disappointing.

We have opposed it. By the same token, here, given this apparent move on a number of treaties, Secretary Kerry and all of us have made clear, again, that we oppose unilateral actions and that they are going to be tremendously disruptive…

This reckless effort signals a breakdown in the peace process, with far-reaching repercussions on the United States' relationship with the U.N. and its specialized agencies.

The United Nations is an indispensable partner in all of this.

While the U.N. is far from perfect, neglecting or refusing to pay our commitments leaves the United States in a position of weakness, not strength.

Not as high as it should be.

I think we have to constantly weigh the investment in development programs and how they can be sabotaged.

I know I hear all the time from religious organizations across all religions... that family planning has become critical for the health and economic well-being.

I think there is no question that the United States position is and should be that human rights be something that we stand up for as a nation.

I first, I respectfully but strongly urge you to support full funding for the administration's request for a new peacekeeping response mechanism and for the CIPA, CIO, and IO&P accounts.

I hope you can address how support for civil society and development versus stated national security interests is determined.

It is important that you clarify for this committee the nature and risks of these kinds of activities.

It is impossible to achieve food security, build democratic institutions, or sustain health outcomes without basic literacy and communication skills.

I was disappointed to hear that the fiscal year 2015 budget request again underfunds basic education at $534 million, which is unacceptable.

We are prepared, we have urged President Maduro to use the powers of his presidency to bring peace and justice and tranquility and opportunity to the people of his country.