Thomas A. Garrett: “In recognizing that some on the other side of the aisle can't take ``yes'' for an answer, I reserve the balance of my…”

I wish we could do more--the sense of Congress regarding a tragedy that's literally impacted millions is the right thing to do.

I believe that an empowered educated economically-thriving class of women across the world will reduce radicalism and reduce conflict and increase economic opportunity.

We have an ability--and a responsibility... to be a check on executive power by virtue of speaking when we are in disagreement.

I have implored my peers and superiors on this committee to remember the words of Arthur Vandenberg, that politics stop at the water's edge.