I think it is important for us to help them find those opportunities, economic opportunities, but also democratic opport...
You can count on me to be a forceful advocate for prioritizing democracy.
Thank you, Mr. Sullivan, for your willingness to return to government service and for your strong assertion of your comm...
if we are not going to stand up and defend our democracy, how can they count on us to defend theirs
I signed a Senate letter--along with 36 of my colleagues, including Senators Portman, Gardner, and Isakson--to President...
I will tell you that we filed a complaint against China in the WTO I think successfully asserting that China is unfairly...
I was clear with you that intellectual property is also a significant concern of mine.
I am encouraged by your statement in your opening that you have remained in awe of our Foreign Service Officers.
China has become the dominant investor and player in Africa, eclipsing even the United States.
Thank you, Mr. Friedman for your willingness to serve the U.S. Government and the America people.
If confirmed, will you work with this committee to explore ways to lift the hiring freeze for eligible family members?
I think it is clear that there is a strong and deep relationship between Ethiopia and China.
I hope you will convey a sense of urgency about both the consultation and the forward progress.
I had the chance, the honor, to travel with Senator McCain to Singapore, along with Senator Barrasso, to the regional se...
when we are considering people who live in caves and who are deeply dedicated to their work against us, I think we would...
You are the third senior-level nominee to tell this committee that the State Department is going to consult with Congres...
We have to make clear to the Taliban they cannot outlast us on the battlefield.
I am, frankly, gravely concerned, given the role that Vladimir Putin's Russia has played in the North Korean challenge, ...
