Karen Bass actually said...

Thank you, Chairman Royce, and Ranking Member Engel. I want to thank both of you for your leadership in moving swiftly to hold a hearing on ...

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.