"Just as the United States must be earnest in promoting common cause on fundamental values, we must also call out abuses."
"These measures, all seven, are useful steps toward addressing challenges and capitalizing on opportunities around the world today."
"The United States has a moral responsibility to call out misbehavior and not turn a blind eye to wrongdoing around the world."
"Congress must also advance legislation like the End Racial Profiling Act, sponsored by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, and the PRIDE Act, sponsored by Congressman Joaquin Castro."
"We need to return to a leader when it comes to things like human rights."
"We need to make sure that the people of Venezuela get the assistance they need, that we continue to pressure Venezuela so that they'll have free and fair elections."
"This president has failed that test. But I want you to know that if you elect me president, I won't. I won't serve anybody except you and your family."
"We need to pass immigration reform within the first 100 days."
"This bill would allow a family member to participate in the burn pit registry on behalf of a deceased veteran or servicemember."
"We should make it easier, not harder, for our retired servicemen and women to transition to post-military life."
"I would like to take my time to help shed light on the health effects that have resulted from our men and women in uniform being exposed to burn pits."