We have also seen a decline within the mission's capacity to deal with the core values that make America the strong nation that it is in promoting democratic institutions and advancing human rights and dealing with anti-corruption measures in countries.
Cardin raises concerns about the decline in capacity to promote democratic values and human rights.
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