Biden’s “Summit for Democracy” includes a number of countries that seem to barely qualify.

“You are always trying to make yourself better, lead better, push other countries to be better, and this is your chance to do exactly that,” says Psaki. “Of course, I understand the interest in the invite list, but it doesn’t mean, again, a stamp of approval or disapproval – it just means more voices and faces and representation. different at the discussion.”