Antony Blinken actually said...

"We need to see much greater access to the region, accountability, an effort to put a dialogue in place."

"Our ability to be a strong leader for and defender of democracy and human rights also depends to a large extent on the strength of our own democracy here at home."

"If confirmed, I will work with the White House and relevant State Department bureaus and offices to ensure that all posts in Sub-Saharan Africa are sufficiently and consistently staffed with the appro..."

"If confirmed, I will support diplomacy that translates this rhetoric into action."