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Wendy Sherman

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Wendy Sherman is a prominent American diplomat and a member of the Democratic Party, currently serving as the Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources. She has played a significant role in U.S. foreign policy, particularly in relation to global health and international relations with China. Sherman is known for her emphasis on collaboration in addressing global challenges, including pandemics, and has articulated the importance of managing the U.S.-China relationship as a key geopolitical issue of the current era. Her extensive experience in diplomacy includes serving as the lead negotiator for the Iran nuclear deal.

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Jan 18, 2021

Corruption is a country killer. It is also a tool of malign outside actors.

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Jan 18, 2021

Cuba is one of the most repressive countries in the world, and is ruled by a dictatorship that flagrantly abuses human rights.

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Jan 18, 2021

I will continue to speak out against Cuba's persecution of its citizens and human rights violations.

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Jan 18, 2021

The continued election of countries with problematic human rights records to the Human Rights Council remains one of the principal flaws of the Council.

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Jan 18, 2021

If confirmed, I will continue to support the Georgian people's choice to pursue closer ties with the EU and NATO.

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Jan 18, 2021

The Biden-Harris administration's policy goals in Syria include achieving a comprehensive political resolution under the parameters of UNSCR 2254.

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Jan 18, 2021

The administration is ready to engage in meaningful diplomacy to achieve a mutual return to compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

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Jan 18, 2021

I have also worked to help free those unlawfully detained and imprisoned, particularly in Iran.

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Jan 18, 2021

The administration also intends to pursue full implementation of relevant U.N. Security Council resolutions involving Iran.

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Jan 18, 2021

I have sought to stand for any group of marginalized people in the United States and around the world.

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Jan 18, 2021

If confirmed, I will press for the restoration of democracy in Venezuela through holding of free and fair elections.

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Jan 18, 2021

Iran remains the foremost state sponsor of terrorism. Its support for terrorism threatens international security, our forces, diplomatic personnel, and partners in the region and elsewhere.

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Jan 18, 2021

I will implement that priority wherever feasible to assist Taiwan to maintain a sufficient self-defense capability.

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Jan 18, 2021

This longstanding policy contributes to the maintenance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.

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Jan 18, 2021

Countering white identity terrorism and other Racially or Ethnically Motivated Violent Extremism (REMVE) is a top priority for the Biden-Harris Administration.

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Jan 18, 2021

I agree with him and our cause in Venezuela.

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Jan 18, 2021

If confirmed, I will ensure the United States prioritizes these specific reforms.

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Jan 18, 2021

I am committed to consulting closely with Congress about Cuba policy, if confirmed.

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Jan 18, 2021

The administration agrees that a bipartisan approach to Iran is the strongest way to safeguard U.S.

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Jan 18, 2021

I met with LGBTQI+ youth in Nepal, the first country to allow citizens to check 'other' on their passport.

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Jan 18, 2021

There are sanctions which I helped fashion that are not about the nuclear portfolio and issue, but about terrorism and other things.

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Jan 18, 2021

I think it is critical that we engage with journalists around the world, that we talk about press freedom wherever we go.

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Jan 18, 2021

The President of the United States, the Secretary, the vice president have made clear that climate and our response to the changing climate is a whole-of-government approach

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Jan 18, 2021

I think it is absolutely critical that we engage with the transatlantic relationship around China and Russia.

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Jan 18, 2021

I have seen what others see from press reports about our offer to open diplomacy, which I think should be the first resort always.

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