Chris Coons actually said...

"A steady transition from 20 years of statelessness, lawlessness, and violence to a functioning democracy is part of the objective of this hearing."

"In less than 18 months, we were able to bring that country back into a democratic country moving forward because of an African-led process supported by us."

"Ultimately, the primary architects of what peace, democracy, and development efforts look like must be the Somali people."

"I am pleased to call to order this hearing of the African Affairs Subcommittee on security and governance issues in Somalia."