I strongly support Professor Sarah Cleveland's candidacy to serve on the International Court of Justice-the main judicial organ of the United Nations. A talented scholar and practitioner of international law, Cleveland is committed to the principles that have long been at the heart of the Court: judicial independence, rigor, and humanity.
As we face a range of pressing global challenges, the Court's work has never been more important. Cleveland's experience as a professor, government adviser, and expert on multilateral bodies-and her deep respect for the diversity of the world's legal systems-underscore her ability to make valuable contributions to the issues that come before the Court at this critical moment.
That is why I am proud to call on all UN Member States to join the United States in voting for Sarah Cleveland to serve as judge on the International Court of Justice-which remains one of humanity's most critical institutions to advance peace around the world.
