I think there is a lot of potential for the State Partnership Program, particularly in nations where you have militaries where accepting civilian rule, as is the case in Guinea, transitioning out of great conflict, as is the case in…

I think AFRICOM has the opportunity as a combatant command that does not have a lot of legacy assets.

I appreciated your statement that our policy is not regime change, but rather the opportunity for self-determination.

the United States has serious concerns about human rights protections, lack of political freedoms, and widespread corruption.

If confirmed as American Ambassador, of course, I would speak consistently and forcefully for press freedom in every case.

Institutions matter which is why the Embassy has been focusing a lot on building up civil society.

I would certainly urge that the President look to his legacy, that he look to ways to leave a country that is more democratic.

I agree that keeping your family and your coworkers secure and providing appropriate support for Americans... is a critical part.

The next Ambassador will have a number of challenges in working with the Mozambican Government to consolidate democratic gains, use resources wisely, and increase trade with the United States.

Having founding executives, Presidents, Prime Ministers who voluntarily relinquish their elected role is a critical piece in most countries' transition to democracy.

Senator Durbin, but also Senators Casey and Feingold... have been urging the government to allow greater press freedoms.