Karen Bass actually said...

"The upcoming trial, which has already begun, should be a landmark, but not one and done prosecution."

"I appreciated that you were clear that you understand the significance of the continent and the role that we play there."

"if such draconian cuts to the Department of State and USAID are allowed to proceed, then we will abdicate our position of principled partnership with African governments."

"the ranks of the Foreign Service can be dramatically reduced without harming the national interests of the United States is incorrect."