Political Quotes

Jeanne Shaheen: We've been less successful when it comes to governance, what many people call nation building

On the recordApril 11, 2016
We've been less successful when it comes to governance, what many people call nation building
Said by
Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire

Editor's note · Context

Acknowledging challenges in governance and nation-building efforts in conflict areas.

Share

More from Jeanne Shaheen

Jul 31, 2026

Our fighting force is stronger when any American – regardless of their gender – can meet the toughest military standards in the world.

hirono.senate.gov
Jul 18, 2026

Congress expects the State Department to invest resources to advance human rights, democratic institutions, civil society, freedom of expression and worker rights.

propublica.org
Aug 5, 2026

The authorities in Caracas must immediately and unconditionally release all remaining political prisoners and guarantee that all political actors, including María Corina Machado, can safely return and freely participate in political…

cruz.senate.gov
Jun 19, 2026

The United States cannot afford to look away from the threat that Tuberculosis poses to Americans’ health and global health security," said Senator Shaheen.

young.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation