the department is being destroyed, the programs in the field are being destroyed, and we should be able to make decisions about programs that are effective.

Look, in conclusion, I just want to say I know your goals are similar to our goals.

Lives will be lost as a result of this decision.

I am greatly disturbed by the reimposition of the global gag rule, particularly this administration's unprecedented decision to expand this terrible policy to all global health assistance.

It is difficult to reconcile these worthy goals with the administration's budget request for USAID.

It would be a mistake to pull back from these investments and that is why we have prioritized those countries in the House bill.

America is and will remain the world's leading humanitarian donor.

By inserting the global gag rule into every area of our global health work--malaria, TB, pandemic preparedness, nutrition, vaccinations, and more--we undermine our effectiveness and make it harder to reach the most vulnerable, particularly…

I have had three children, eight grandchildren. I am not sure I would go to just any health provider.

I would like you to share with us the capabilities of the health organizations that are going to displace UNFPA health practitioners in Zaatari or other places where they have been so successful.

In truth, UNFPA is a trusted partner that provides critical family planning obstetrics, pre- and postnatal services.