12/14/1997
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"I am pleased that the Senate gave its advice and consent to ratification of the Convention on September 20, 2000."
"The United States and 65 other countries came together to negotiate the Convention in response to abuses in the intercountry adoption process, including illegal child trafficking."
"I particularly commend those members of the advertising community who are working to increase the representation of minorities within advertising."
"Columbus' story illustrates the importance of diversity."