Brian A. Nichols: “Public frustration with corruption represents one of the greatest threats to confidence in political systems across the…”

The United States remains steadfast in our commitment to the Venezuelan people, which includes support for Venezuelans' democratic aspirations.

We will demonstrate resolve and work multilaterally with like-minded partners to defend democracy and human rights in Nicaragua.

We find ourselves in a moment of democratic reckoning. And the question for all of us who believe in democracy--and believe its survival is vital to our shared future--is what can we do to make democracies deliver on the issues that matter…

We continue to view a priority maintaining international cohesion and pressure on the Maduro regime, working with allies to deny the regime access to diplomatic benefits and economic benefits.