In the aftermath of the most destructive conflict in history, the United States worked in concert with its allies and partners to found the United Nations, a body chartered to, quote, save succeeding generations from the scourge of war and to reaffirm faith in fundamental human rights and to promote social progress and better standards of life and larger freedom.
Merkley emphasizes the UN's mission to prevent war and promote human rights.
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