The United States and our allies must continue to demonstrate that democracy, human rights, free markets, and capitalism better deliver growth and innovation.

We are at an inflection point in human history with democratic norms receding in many parts of the world.

The work of the OECD rests on the shared values of the member nations: a commitment to democracy, human rights, transparency, and open market based economic principles.

If confirmed, I will work to coordinate U.S. Government agency engagement with the OECD to ensure the organization's recommended policies and regulations reflect those values and interests.

You deserve enormous credit for your bipartisan work on the Strategic Competition Act, which strengthens the U.S. response and abilities to confront the threat of the PRC.

The bar for entrance for any new country, including India, is extraordinarily high.

a vision without execution is nothing but a hallucination.

the road to hell is paved with good intentions.

In Delaware, the Affordable Care Act has helped expand access to quality, affordable health care coverage for people across our state.

The Affordable Care Act has brought security and peace of mind to thousands of Delawareans who no longer have to worry that an injury or serious illness could place them in significant debt.

I think it's easier, frankly, to go to businesses to encourage them to do the right thing when we can say, 'Here are some of the steps that we're taking within our own government and it's working for us.'

I'd like to thank this committee, under the leadership of Senator Harkin, for the leadership role you have played in advancing employment opportunities for people with disabilities across the country.

I really believe that we can make a profound difference in the quality of life of so many people across the country with disabilities and their families when we work together.

How do we bring these workers into the fold and better ensure that they have the skills to thrive in a new economy?