Edward Markey actually said...

"As U.S. Ambassador to NATO from 2005 to 2008, it was my honor and privilege to maintain the closest possible consultations with our allies on all issues of shared concern."

"The United Nations must become more efficient and effective."

"This means pushing for democratic elections, but also pushing for the freedoms necessary for democracy to work--freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of assembly, freedom of religion, indep..."

"Advocacy for democratic freedoms is an essential pillar of what we do abroad."