Karen Bass actually said...

As an important U.S. strategic partner, there is a great hope that Kenya's election will be peaceful, transparent, and nonviolent.

This future is possible in Mali with U.S. support and the support of the international community.

I would hate to see them postponed, but on the other hand I'm very concerned as to whether or not Mali is going to be ready for elections.

Proposed changes to the system could very well jeopardize this progress and hinder what has been a truly remarkable collaboration of diverse...