Tim Kaine actually said...

It is in the national security interests of the United States for ASEAN to be strong, prosperous, united, and well-equipped to set the terms...

No one complained that Nicaragua had not been invited, and I found that interesting.

My role, if I am confirmed as Ambassador, is to ensure that American companies can continue to compete for those oil licenses and contracts ...

I represent the diverse face of the United States and the generations of people throughout our history who found opportunity in our great co...