Stability in the Eastern Mediterranean is a top priority for the administration.

Since 1998, I have written dozens of scholarly articles recommending how U.S. policymakers should support human rights and democracy promotion in the Middle East.

I am a supporter of regional organizations.

I take issues of diversity and inclusion very seriously, which have been shaped by my personal and professional experience.

the nuclear confrontation is our challenge, but you have a country that is at the bottom on human rights.

I commit, if confirmed, to defending the human rights of all individuals in Benin, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

I would encourage the Government of Ghana to operationalize its new Office of the Special Prosecutor and empower it to conduct its business impartially, including potentially through offering training.

Combatting human trafficking is an issue of personal importance to me, as it is to most of the members of this committee.

There is a lot of support by both Democrats and Republicans in Congress to make sure that your role is clear that America's strength are our values.

The comment you made about leaders in Africa wanting to hold onto power rather than allowing their countries to develop I thought was a very poignant point, and I could not agree more with that assessment.

I have been an active and committed defender of human rights and democracy during my 31-year career in the Foreign Service.

Promoting human rights, civil rights, and good governance is an important part of U.S. foreign policy.

Australia is a key ally. It is instrumental to our diplomatic security and economic success in the Indo-Pacific and dealing with the challenge of a rising China.

I have also scrutinized ambassadorial nominees to Armenia and other countries in the region.

I believe these issues need to be a priority in our cooperation with allies.

the terms of the peace agreements as it relates to those that have violated human rights, that they are held accountable are consistent with the peace agreements.

I believe Moldova is vulnerable to potential Russian interference in its upcoming parliamentary elections.

Human rights and democracy are of critical importance to me and though I have not had the opportunity to promote them actively in my career to date, I intend to make them an important factor in my actions at the IMF, if I am confirmed by…

Free and fair electoral processes are a key component of democracy, political legitimacy, and long-term stability.

The United States has pushed consistently for full implementation of electoral reforms in Azerbaijan recommended by international partners.

Respecting the free exercise of religious beliefs and practices... is the best way to promote a peaceful and open society.

We must always make clear this assistance in no way signals the United States has given up on efforts to create the conditions in Rakhine State.

If confirmed, I will strongly support human rights and democracy in the Republic of Cyprus.

I initiated and collaborated on numerous legislative efforts, such as advocacy on behalf of political prisoners in the Soviet Union.

These programs and activities have sought to build democratic institutions, support freedom of the press and good governance.