Chris Hollen actually said...

"I helped write the Caesar Act and I do not want to give relief to the Assad regime."

"I am thrilled with the appointment. As you may know, I come from a Foreign Service family and very interested and focused on ensuring the strong morale and support for the Foreign Service."

"I look forward to working with you to achieve those goals."

"How concerned are you about political space and democracy in Guinea, and what can the United States do to strengthen democratic norms there?"