Anne W. Patterson: “We will continue our efforts to promote democracy and universal rights, and we will stand up for the rights of women…”

If confirmed, I pledge to work with you to advance U.S. interests across an important and complex region that is facing historic upheaval.

Our differences with Russia, Iran, and the Assad regime are very substantial, but the benefits of ending this conflict are even greater.

There is no military solution, and the international community cannot afford a continuation of the status quo.

A destabilized Syria is not just a threat to us and neighbors, but it is also a threat to Russia.