"I do think it is an improvement, and I am hopeful about the potential for U.N. Women."
"As we know, the Iranian leadership is dominated by hardliners whose pursuit of nuclear weapons, support of terrorism through their Hamas and Hezbollah proxies, and assistance to armed groups in Iraq, ..."
"I have been committed and I think all of us around this table are committed to enforcing tough sanctions, both bilateral and multilateral, to stop Iran in its tracks."
"Over the past 6 years, this committee has made global health a top priority, providing over $38 billion for innovative programs to prevent the spread of disease, treat the sick, and strengthen local h..."
"The $8.7 billion request for the Global Health Initiative supports a whole-of-government approach, helping partner countries improve health outcomes with a particular focus on women, newborns, and chi..."
"I hope you will describe for the committee how the administration plans to improve access to and quality of health services to reach these goals."
"For many years, I have championed family planning, which saves the lives of mothers and children by educating women on healthy pregnancies."
"I find it unconscionable that the House voted such dramatic reductions to these life saving efforts earlier this year."
"It is also vital that we continue to make investments in the fight against infectious diseases."
"the CR passed by the House caps family planning and reproductive health funding at $440 million, which is a cut $185.5 million from the 2012 request."
"I believe that people who disagree on this issue can and should do more to prevent unintended pregnancies."
"Women in developing countries should be able to plan the number and spacing of their children, a goal that leads to healthier mothers and children."