"we can't gain peace and security just with bombs and bullets."
"That is why I have authored bills to provide Pakistani girls and women access to scholarships so they can get the education they require."
"For women in developing countries we need to start changing the fundamental ways in which they are viewed from the moment they are born."
"That is why I have always been proud to support my good friend Steve Chabot in his efforts to pass the Girls Count Act."
"I am just urging you to remember that you represent all Americans, not just a President of the United States."
"I want to know how you are going to fight to make sure that women have access to health care around this world."
"I want to urge you to try to convince our present administration to overturn that."
"I want to get a commitment from you."
"I think it is an urgent issue because I have to tell you that access to healthcare and reproduction is something that is occurring every single day."
"U.S. global assistance helps not only to protect people in other countries, but it protects the United States."
"Over 120 retired Four Star Generals sent a letter opposing the cuts, saying this is not the time to retreat."