Patrick Leahy actually said...

I believe it is in our national interest to do more to help build stable democracies and vibrant economies around the world.

I think USAID is being asked to do the impossible in Afghanistan.

But, what are some of the things that will have to be cut if your budget falls short?

As long as I've been either chairman or ranking member of this subcommittee I have said that, contrary to what some say, USAID has an essent...