Anne W. Patterson: “A destabilized Syria is not just a threat to us and neighbors, but it is also a threat to Russia.”

The Middle East today is undergoing historic changes. Across the region, we are seeing unprecedented political ferment.

I think our relationship with the Egyptian military and in turn their relationship with their counterparts in the Israeli military on the very important issues of Camp David implementation and on border issues and on the situation in Gaza…

I do not agree with that, Mr. Conyers, because I think what this would do--that suggests that the sources of these terrorist acts are countries like ours...

If confirmed, I pledge to work with you to advance U.S. interests across an important and complex region that is facing historic upheaval.