I think experience is a very important factor, you've demonstrated that.
Haiti's condition approximates that of a failed state.
I called on the Secretary of Homeland Security to grant 18 months of Temporary Protective Status for Haitian immigrants.
The United Nations has the credibility and capacity to perform this role.
Despite strong support from the United States, sustained international participation in Haiti is vital for its recovery.
I found cause for encouragement, and I choose my words very carefully.
the Kerry-Lugar bill was specifically designed to give the civilian government more resources on the civilian side.
I wanted to get your sense or your assessment really of President Karzai's government.
I appreciate the attention to this that you've brought, and I want to commend Secretary Clinton.
Senator Kerry made what I think was a historically significant intervention in the process.
the patience of the American people is not unlimited for our engagement and we need to see progress.
President Karzai is the legitimately reelected President of the country.
Mr. Chairman, thank you very much. And thanks for calling this hearing at this time.
Part of the question would be, both statutory authority plus resources.
I want to thank the nominee for his willingness to serve the public again.
Part of the challenge here is working with the Yemeni Government, not only on that priority, but as well on development.
I certainly do not have any reason to contradict it.
What can you tell us about that report?
