Chris Coons actually said...

"ultimately the solution in Somalia needs to be a political one and AMISOM needs to work within a political framework"

"Ultimately, the development of participatory, accountable, and representative governmental institutions that respond to the needs of the Somali people will secure the country's future."

"I think it is additionally helpful for us to provide a strong example of a functioning democracy that we can be proud of here at home."

"the opportunity is to help citizens gain greater confidence in both local and central governing structures"