I am prepared to speak up on anything that goes against American values.

I will be a strong voice for American principles and American interests, even if that is not what other U.N. representatives want to hear.

A leader must be accountable to the people she serves.

I will never abstain when the United Nations takes any action that comes in direct conflict with the interests and values of the United States.

I am painfully aware that the chance for 13-year-old girls to read and learn and grow is something that does not exist in far too many places around the world today.

Congress does have that authority, and that is an authority that should be respected always.

I will support any efforts that help educate, help plan, help let them know what contraceptions are in place so that we can avoid any other further action.

I will not shy away, and I need your help to do it.

Yes, I do.

You have to really question what is the goal of the Human Rights Council when they allow Cuba and China to serve on those.

I will bring a firm message to the U.N. that U.S. leadership is essential to the world.

This cannot continue.

I come before you today both humbled and honored to be considered to represent the United States of America at the United Nations.

Yes, I am.

No, there is not.

Russia is trying to show their muscle. It is what they do. And I think we always have to be cautious. I don't think we can trust them.

I will note that I am surprised at the number of folks, photographers, who showed up to hear Senator Lieberman's introduction.

Betsy cares. She questions. She considers. And then and only then will she act.