"This is why I sort of press this energy coordinator. You don't need an Under Secretary of Energy, but maybe it would be helpful if it finally elevates the fact this is absolutely vital to the success of our alliances, as well as to the security of our friends there."
"I am hopeful that both of our nominees today will be advocates for long-term strategic vision within the State Department and the Obama administration."
"I echo the chairman's thoughts that it's reassuring that you're on top of the START treaty negotiations, the timeframe, the relationship with Russia."
"I share the view that it's necessary to shift resources toward diplomatic tools, or so-called 'smart power.'"
"Well, that would be very helpful, I think, in terms of our success in working together and following through on some of the ideas the envoys may bring back that need action."
"Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman."
"If the United States is to remain secure and prosperous, it must seek to shape the diplomatic and economic conditions in the world."
"I look at the issue of food aid around the world, and, candidly, you know--and we have a farm lobby in our State, too, but I look at what we do in that regard, and, in essence, including expensive tra..."
"the President has promised, nothing less than a bold new era of American diplomacy."
"As a point of personal privilege, I want to mention that, on the Republican side, we'll have a meeting at 11:30 in S-116, as a part of our party rules, to nominate and elect the ranking member of the ..."
"Our nation’s security is tied to our ability to engage with the world."