#Throwshine Ambassador Britain Bennett met with my colleague Mike Quigley and me to discuss cyber-bullying and our shared message of civility and kindness. She has teamed up with some great Illinois businesses to combat this issue across the U.S!

I am grateful for her efforts to draw awareness to this growing problem. A world with more kindness, compassion, and civility is something I hope we can all get behind. #Throwshine #cyberbullying

We are thankful for Pastor Brunson’s long-awaited release, which will mark the end of an avoidable and distressing episode in U.S.-Turkish relations. My hope is that with Andrew Brunson ’s release we can begin the process of healing between our two nations and ultimately strengthening relationships with a crucial regional ally. For now, we can take a moment to reflect on the successful efforts that resulted in his freedom and rejoice with his family, while bearing in mind that there are still others in similar circumstances who remain incarcerated.