Lamar Alexander actually said...

The United States will continue to work with a wide range of Iraqis across the political spectrum and civil society to advance this agenda.

We also stand firm on Article 5.

I hope that support will be bipartisan because it would be a shame to have this committee and the Senate divide along party lines.

The U.S. Ambassador also plays a vital role in opening up U.S. Embassy doors to all groups, regardless of their politics or views.