Without an effective
voice at the State Department for America's best interests, both within
the executive branch and outside our borders, we will continue to see
this administration, I fear, take steps that undermine cooperation with
our closest allies and neighbors, violate our values, and ultimately
make our troops and citizens less safe. I am concerned that Mr. Tillerson will not be such a voice for the American people. Throughout the confirmation process, Mr. Tillerson has repeatedly
demonstrated either his lack of preparation or his unwillingness,
perhaps, to specifically declare himself on key issues. In particular,
I am concerned about his views on Russia, climate change, and
immigration, and how he will influence a White House that already seems
determined to pursue campaign promises regardless of the impact on
American foreign policy. On Russia, Mr. Tillerson has demonstrated a familiarity with Putin
and the Russian Government that is deeply concerning.
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