Bill Clinton: “It is essential that we have a strong and capable diplomat like…”

On the recordFebruary 8, 1999

It is essential that we have a strong and capable diplomat like Richard C. Holbrooke as our U.N. Ambassador.

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Statement on the Nomination of Richard C. Holbrooke To Be Ambassador to the United Nations

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Bill Clinton: “It is essential that we have a strong and capable diplomat like Richard C. Holbrooke as our U.N. Ambassador.”