Lamar Alexander

I believe the shared values of democracy, protection of human rights, individual liberty, and rule of law bind all NATO members.

Does NATO exist to protect allies against any threat of aggression? Yes.

Improvements are in order.

There can be no return to 'business as usual' between NATO and Russia as long as Russia fails to live up to the deal it signed in Minsk.

I am here today to strongly recommend and respectfully recommend to the committee that it approve the President's nomination of Bill Hagerty as Ambassador to Japan.

The focus remains on supporting the constitutional system and strengthening democratic institutions that transcend the interests of individuals, political parties, or sectarian components of Iraqi society.

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

Ending the conflict in Yemen is a priority for this administration.

The United States considers stabilizing areas liberated from ISIS a key component in ensuring that displaced communities... are able to return home in dignity.

It is unacceptable for an armed militia to threaten Saudi Arabia's southern border.

The unwillingness of the leadership of the Palestinian Authority to recognize Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state.

I find it startling... they are never, never reluctant to step forward and lead the efforts to condemn Israel time and again.

The incitement of violence by leaders of the Palestinian Authority.

These international efforts to impose on Israel a negotiated solution along the terms that other countries think are appropriate.

The wholesale, systematic indoctrination of young Palestinians into a doctrine of hatred and justification for the killing and the murdering of Jews.

Israel finds itself in a sea of instability, confronted with threats on every border.

I believe David Friedman deserves the support of this committee and the full Senate.

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.

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

How are you going to negotiate a peaceful coexistence with a neighbor who does not recognize your right to exist?

In contrast to its neighbors and at a time when forces of authoritarianism, xenophobia, and illiberalism are on the rise in all too many places, Israel is and remains a vibrant democracy.

It is important that we take this opportunity to enact meaningful changes for consumers, workers and businesses.

Thank you for your letter dated September 16, 2016, in which you requested information about the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA or the Agency) current regulatory authority over cosmetics and personal care products.

I am encouraged that my colleagues in the Senate, Senators Dianne Feinstein and Susan Collins, have introduced bipartisan legislation on this important issue.

So you support opening Yucca Mountain?