Cory Booker actually said...

We need to renew and revitalize American power and leadership to advance U.S. leadership interests in the world.

I am concerned how high of an elevation these issues will be in critical meetings that are going to be taking place shortly.

In the face of this assault of our values, we cannot be silent.

How important is it for him to meet with opposition people or NGOs in order to show Mr. Putin that America stands by its values?