In a speech Bailey gave in 16 October 2007 at The University of Latvia, Bailey said "We have seen a pattern of events that appear to be inconsistent with some of our shared values.” It is believed she was alluding to several issues including Prime Minister Aigars Kalvītis stand off with Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga over the powers of the security services, phone recordings between some judges and lawyers, and Kalvītis‘ removal of the anti-corruption bureau.