05/14/2013
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"It is a reminder just how challenging it is for us to pursue our three goals of promoting regional security, supporting American values, and defending human rights."
"I am concerned about it undermining long-term efforts to build any enduring political institutions or to successfully combat and defeat violent extremists."
"I am eager to hear from the witnesses about the impacts that conflict minerals continue to have in Eastern Congo."
"We also have rules of the road that allow for transparent and appropriate development opportunities."