Theodore Deutch actually said...

"We tend to look at Lebanon in pieces in the context of other regional actors and conflicts."

"Thank you, Madam Chairman. Thanks for calling this hearing. Thanks to our witnesses for appearing today."

"Lebanon has been locked in a political stalemate that has all but frozen the country's ability to effectively govern its diverse population."

"Thank you and other distinguished members of the subcommittee for calling this hearing and drawing attention to Lebanon's security challenges."