Sam Farr: “I can attest that this program works and is money well spent. I urge its adoption.”

At a time when American leadership is needed more than ever, we must continue to invest in the international affairs budget.

If you want stable democracy and you are a highly religious society, it simply won't work without religious freedom.

In reclaiming my time, I thank the chairman. I really appreciate those kind remarks.

I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. This is probably the last time I rise on this floor to speak after 23 years of serving here. It may take me a little more than 5 minutes.