Jeff Merkley actually said...

"There is no higher priority for the Peace Corps than the safety and security of our volunteers as the agency continues to advance its mission."

"It is my understanding that the Government of Israel supports this aid. They recognize that it is very hard to have an economy in the West Bank because it is isolated."

"The Trump administration has cut funding to the United Nations Population Fund which provides critical maternal and family planning support to women and children in vulnerable situations."

"I still grieve the murder of Kate Puzey, and I remain heartbroken."