Jeanne Shaheen actually said...

"Mara has remained a good friend to my office, and her valued counsel over the years has been insightful, prudent, and sound."

"I am pleased today to speak in strong support of Mara Rudman's nomination as the next Assistant Administrator for the Middle East at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)."

"We hope that your nominations will go forward and be quickly confirmed by the full Senate."

"In today's complex international environment, it is critical for USAID and the State Department to recruit and retain America's best and brightest if we are to overcome the difficult security challeng..."