Chris Coons actually said...

"you are going to have quite a challenge dealing with Turkey and trying to strike a balance between their dramatic backsliding on human rights and transparency and democracy."

"we need to continue to reinforce that America sends its best and brightest to represent us around the world."

"I join Senator Kaufman in urging support for Mark Gitenstein, who I know will be a very capable and experienced Ambassador."

"If confirmed, I will support the United States' ongoing efforts to rally international pressure on the Ortega-Murillo Government."