Bill Clinton actually said...

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

Context

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

02/08/1999

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