There was a study that was recently released by DBL Investors that looks at the historical role of Federal subsidies in shaping the energy market.

We know that you and U.S. Senators Durbin and Boozman, among many others, are committed to creating U.S. jobs and increasing U.S. exports to Africa.

We are hopeful that the new generation of Nigerians will engage with their leadership so that the country will not stagnate or backslide, but rather work to shape a better future for all.

I would say this trade mission, which went to four countries, focused on the energy sector.

Our trip then came on the heels of last year's elections and President Goodluck Jonathan's inauguration.

I am pleased to chair this hearing of the African Affairs Subcommittee, which will focus on Nigeria and pressing issues of security, governance, and trade.

The elections, while far from perfect, marked a dramatic improvement from the violence and lack of transparency that had marred previous Nigerian elections.

Senator Isakson and I had an opportunity in Accra to visit with a number of different Commerce and State employees who were working hard on improving regional trade, on reducing barriers, both transportation and customs and less licit…

94.6% of federal subsidies over the last century have gone to oil and gas production, and nuclear energy.

I'm concerned about trying to make clear whether or not Federal Government regulatory actions have contributed to these decisions to idle or close these refineries.

In Delaware, where I'm from, we've had some real success in re-opening the Delaware City Refinery which was idled.

I would be interested in hearing, Ms. Cromer and Mr. Marin, about how the reality or the perception of danger, of the threat of terrorism, of corruption, is it or is it not a significant barrier to attracting interest in investment by…

My last question for Ambassador Carson would simply be what do you think we ought to be doing, both in the Senate and as a government as a whole, in terms of improving our bilateral relationship with Nigeria?

Madam Chairman, millions of Americans around the country are focused on March Madness and the basketball Final Four showdown this weekend. But for our Nation's seniors and the middle class, the real March madness is happening right here on…

I want to congratulate and publicly thank Congressmen Lujan and Heinrich, as well as Senators Bingaman and Udall.

I want to ask, Mr. President, if it is appropriate for me to speak on the judges who will be up for a vote? The PRESIDING OFFICER. It is.

Mr. President, a couple weeks ago, and just now my colleague, the Senator from Tennessee, has been speaking on the Senate floor in opposition to the wind energy production tax credit. Obviously, I have great respect for Senator Alexander…

Mr. President, again, we are moving forward under the regular order and procedures of the Senate. This year, we have been in session for about 35 days, including today. During that time we will have confirmed 14 judges. That is an average…