I think South America offers a tremendous opportunity for us, and it is a place where we should pay more attention in the future than we have in recent past.

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How does expanding competitive locality pay help VA recruit and retain highly skilled workers in rural areas?

I think it is important. I think parents are looking for control.

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How does expanding competitive locality pay help VA recruit and retain highly skilled workers in rural areas?

I appreciate the continued work of the State Department.

I think South America offers a tremendous opportunity for us, and it is a place where we should pay more attention in the future than we have in recent past.

I look forward to that too, and just--I am over time.

I think it should include, not just national security issues, but also economic and democracy support for what is happening in the region.

I would look forward to following up with you on that because it is obviously a critical issue not only in my area but I think for a lot of the members of this Committee and for our constituents and veterans.

Are you seeing results?

I wanted to drill down on a bill that Senator Braun and I worked on that was signed into law.

I certainly agree, and I hope we will continue to stay focused on other areas where--on individuals where sanctions can help make a difference.

I think it should include, not just national security issues, but also economic and democracy support for what is happening in the region.

I hope that that is a review that also considers the implication on Afghan women and girls.