I wonder whether there is a different set of incentives or a renewed road map that may be necessary.

As we sort of think about the future path for Ukraine, we of course envision them joining the EU.

the Minsk Group process remains the best process and mechanism for reaching a solution on this issue

Russia is employing a set of tools that is unprecedented.

Our democratic histories have served as an inspiration to each other.

I am one, and I think others on the committee join me, in believing that it is probably about time for the United States to move out on our own with respect to stronger sanctions.

We would like to see even stronger statement? We would and if confirmed as Ambassador that is something that I will certainly be working on.

It is maddening, frankly, to see the lack of cooperation in particular between Algeria and Morocco.

I would just argue for a historical realignment whereby diplomats are doing diplomacy, our warfighters are doing what they do best.

In my view, we cannot afford to wait to send an Ambassador to Moscow, as Senator McCain just urged us to do.

Talking is actually very important in this region that does not have a history of a security architecture.

I am a believer that Montenegro is ready and could have been offered a plan for membership in Wales.

I very much hope that this time we will be able to see Ukraine embark on a much bolder reform path.

I signed a letter to President Obama asking for immediate sanctions against Russia's defense sector.

I think if there is a calculus that is being made by the Chinese, that calculus will be affected by the strength of our partnerships in the region.

There is a greater potential for defense and counterterrorism cooperation, trade and economic development.

We have a great stake in how these issues are resolved and that they are resolved peacefully and in accordance with international law.

This is important, so we want to be able to get the nominees that were underlying in the business meeting through.

Unless we are able to help them develop the institutions of governance that give their people a sense that they can advance their interests through the democratic process, it is not going to work.

We cannot allow for countries like the Czech Republic to come in with only 1 percent of their GDP.

I appreciate all of the thought that the IMF has given to the conditions upon which support has been granted to the Ukrainian Government.

I actually think that threatens and undermines our credibility, our standing, and ultimately those countries, as well.

The Balkan region in particular deserves additional U.S. attention and resources.

One of the criticisms of ASEAN is that it is a talk shop, that it is a forum for a lot of discussion, but not as much action.

The United States-Czech relationship is a special one.