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THOUGHT LEADERS

We have to recognize the damage we do when we undermine the UN or use it selectively - or not at all - or when we rely on aid to do the job of diplomacy, or give the UN impossible tasks and then underfund it.

Angelina Jolie, Special Envoy for UNHCR March 15, 2017

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

Slashing foreign aid will make America less secure from threats abroad.

Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) February 27, 2017

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

But there is simply no question that the UN serves many vital functions that are fully consistent with key U.S. interests and values. For that reason it is essential that the U.S. continues to play a leadership role in the UN, which we were instrumental in creating seven decades ago, in a manner that strengthens the institution.

Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee January 26, 2017

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

American leadership can only occur if American leaders are present on the international stage.

Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ), Senior Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee January 24, 2017

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

The U.N. is an vitally important institution that provides food for 90 million people, vaccinates 40% of the world’s children, assists 55 million refugees, and provides maternal healthcare to 30 million vulnerable women.

Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) January 24, 2017

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

U.S. support for UNFPA is cost-effective, saves lives and supports our broader diplomatic, developmental and national security priorities.

Sens. Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) January 24, 2017

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

Bottom line: America’s voice in the United Nations needs to be strong.

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) January 18, 2017

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

I believe the United Nations can and should play an important role in conflict areas in delivering humanitarian aid.

Sen. Bob Corker (R-TN), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee January 17, 2017