Nita Lowey actually said...

"I hope you can reassure us about our ability to sustain the gains in security, health, education, and women and girls empowerment so that countless lives will not have been lost in vain."

"I have often hoped for Middle East peace in my lifetime, and I strongly support your efforts to facilitate a two-state agreement that ensures security for our ally Israel."

"While the United States cannot compromise our principles, we must acknowledge the difficult and volatile circumstances in the region."

"It is clear that the administration's robust diplomacy and development request is needed now more than ever before to address these challenges and countless other global priorities."