03/06/2012
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"one of the most problematic aspects of the president's foreign policy is the way it has shelved American diplomacy."
"one of the most important things we can do to advance America's security, interests, and values around the world, is to provide robust funding for our international affairs budget."
"I believe it weakens us, it has isolated us, and it has made Americans less safe."
"One of the things that really saddened me and worried me is the message that we are sending or the administration is sending to our friends and allies."