If confirmed, I will continue to examine this issue and work with the appropriate government officials and stakeholders in both countries, and to advocate on behalf of the NFL on the issue of broadcasting rights for the Super Bowl.

I think that attention to the whole Russian aggression in Ukraine is so important.

Human rights have been an important focus throughout my career.

Aren't you going to ask Mr. Johnson if you can speak the British English?

I have expressed my skepticism about the two-state solution solely on the basis of what I have perceived as an unwillingness on the part of the Palestinians to renounce terror and accept Israel as a Jewish state.

we need to maintain the UAE standards in our 123 agreements in that region.

My parents also taught me that words have consequences.

I sometimes think that we here in the public arena talk about things and keep holding something out regarding many conflicts around the world that maybe is not achievable based on the facts on the ground.

Now more than ever we must recommit ourselves to the vital, long-term support of Israel.

What are the most important actions you have taken in your career to date to promote human rights and democracy?

I appreciate the fact that you mentioned in your opening statement the professionalism of the people that serve in the mission that are critically important.

Israel serves as the greatest model for democracy in the Middle East and is our most important ally in the region.

If, in fact, the report shows that they have reached the required limit, do you believe we should extend the New START for the 5-year provision?

Any third-party efforts to supersede those negotiations only serve as impediments to peace.

Do you have an opinion as to the resources that you need?

I do want to see peace in the region, and I do believe that a two-state solution, if it could be achieved, would bring tremendous benefits to both the Israelis and the Palestinians.

Our goal is to change Russia's behavior, particularly as it reflects U.S. interests.

trying to find mechanisms in which we can advance some of these discussions.

We must be direct and willing to use our leverage when China challenges U.S. political, security, and economic interests.

A durable peace agreement will only come from direct negotiations.

American support for Israel is a widespread bipartisan effort, and it should remain so.

If confirmed as Legal Adviser, it would be my privilege to support the Department's ongoing efforts to promote human rights and democracy.

Those words just are beyond hurtful. They are--Senator Schumer is one of the champions on these causes.

We both agree that that must be negotiated directly between the Palestinians and Israelis. No third party can dictate those terms.

I will continue to urge the Government of Bahrain to take steps to ensure inclusive elections in 2018.