Today, a coalition of twenty-six Senators introduced a new bill that could kill America’s greatest opportunity to achieve a diplomatic solution to Iran’s nuclear program.

“Senator Johnson’s leadership has created an opportunity for one of the most important foreign policy initiatives in a decade to succeed,� said Laicie Heeley, Director of Middle East and Defense Policy at Council for a Livable World. “South Dakota has a long tradition of sending strong leaders to Congress that advocate for a common sense foreign policy; Senator Johnson is a solid example of that tradition.�

“Congressman Hoyer’s leadership has created an opportunity for one of the most important foreign policy initiatives in a decade to succeed,� said Laicie Heeley, Director of Middle East and Defense Policy at Council for a Livable World. “Congressman Hoyer has been a champion of policies that make sense and ensure U.S. security. This is what the first-step deal achieves.�

“During his military career and tenure in the House of Representatives, Adm. Sestak has been a champion for a pragmatic foreign and national security policy that addresses America’s 21st century security threats,� said Jules Zacher of Philadelphia, a member of Council for a Livable World’s Board of Directors. “We’ve proudly supported Adm. Sestak in his previous House and Senate races and are excited to offer our support again.�