John Kerry

We are pushing back against corruption, redtape, favoritism, distorted currencies and intellectual property theft.

This budget request would allow us to keep our commitment to help the Syrian people survive a brutal assault.

I think that more than at recent moments, we need a smart, coordinated, and strong budget...

We have a significant stake in successful democratic transitions.

The demand for U.S. leadership has never been higher, whether because of the issues raised by the Arab Spring...

If the Burmese Government continues on the reform path--takes concrete steps to achieve greater civic openness, end violence in ethnic minority areas, and sever military ties with North Korea--we will consider further steps such as easing…

If the Government of Burma continues in this positive direction towards democratic reform, we will consider additional steps to support and encourage further transformation.

America will remain a Pacific power.

Budget realities, however, have placed a premium on projecting U.S. power not only effectively, but efficiently.

The biggest looming question mark on our economy may well be Europe and other people.

I emphasized then, as I will again today, that we do not favor any particular outcome or candidate, but, instead, a free and fair process.

The United States, in my view, is, and should be, closely watching the process surrounding this election, and we'll work closely with Kenyan officials to ensure the elections are peaceful, credible, and transparent.

Our two countries will continue to work to expand the frontiers of freedom through a close and hardworking partnership in support of democratic values and human rights around the world.

While America's war has ended in Iraq, the struggle for Iraq's future obviously has not ended.

Poland has pledged to remain with us in Afghanistan through the end of combat operations through 2014.

Iraqi leaders have to decide for themselves what kind of country they hope to create.

If I am confirmed, one of my very highest priorities is to open the way for American exports in that sector.

I will work hard, if confirmed, to protect American citizens, to deepen and broaden our cooperation with Poland on so many of our common issues.

Iraq may not capture the day-to-day headlines, but no one should make the mistake to somehow come to the conclusion that Iraq does not present extraordinary challenges.

Our friendship with Poland is based on the very strong ties of family, a love of freedom, and a shared vision based on common values.

We must prepare now for Afghan elections in 2014.

The surest way to lasting peace and security for Afghanistan and the broader region is through an Afghan political process.

The sole purpose of U.S. support for reconciliation is to create the conditions for an inclusive national dialogue among all Afghans about the future of their country.

We are committed to putting this relationship on more stable footing.

Promoting democratic and economic stability in Pakistan is also in our shared interest.