"I think one of the things that could be done better is explaining to local governments and local media outlets what exactly the United States is doing in the region."
"Counterterrorism is of particular interest. In my travels to Africa, I've been very interested in seeing our engagement on that continent, because the potential for some very dangerous things to happe..."
"Thank you, Mr. Chairman."
"I have not traveled to any of these countries, but many all around it where we have significant USAID, CARE, Save the Children, the Basic Education Coalition, and others that are winning a lot of frie..."
"I appreciate your answer on that, because I think it is a critically important thing to do."
"Well, I know we, unfortunately, had a Georgian, who was a Peace Corps volunteer that was murdered in Benin earlier this year."
"It has been an honor to be here today and I enjoy serving with each and every one of you."
"the extension and expansion of the highly successful homebuyer tax credit."
"Stabilizing the housing market is the key to economic recovery, and we must continue to use all of the tools at our disposal to ensure that homeowners get the relief that they need."
"There is a direct absolute correlation between home values and consumer confidence."
"We raise that limitation to $300,000 for a couple filing jointly to accommodate the incentive for the move-up market."