we need more voices in the faith-based community here in the United States to talk to him, to let him know that some of the things that he is doing are not acceptable and that it causes us to doubt his faith.

That is my hope and prayer, but it is still taking way too long.

we were very disappointed when the Rwandan Government established a constitutional reform commission that has recommended removing executive term limits that would permit President Kagame to seek a third term in 2017 and we have urged him…

President Kabila faces a choice. He can establish a tradition of peaceful transition of power for his country or he can set back the significant progress that he himself has made during his tenure by trying to stay in office beyond his…

we remain closely engaged with DRC officials at the highest levels to lift the ban on exit permits for the hundreds of legally-adopted children who are unable to join their new families

the important element of security that we do not get enough funding for is stability and democracy

governments that respect human rights, including women's rights, and democratic norms make stronger and more stable partners for economic growth, development, peace, and prosperity.

I am guardedly optimistic about the Central African Republic.

Addressing security is his highest priority.

The successful election in Nigeria bodes well for us on the continent of Africa.

no amount of money we put into security assistance that is just building up militaries will have complete success until governments are stable and respect the rule of law

I think all of the countries in the region have interests that are being played out in South Sudan.