The biggest mistake America ever made with Africa over the long run was neglect and lack of understanding.
It's a fabulous thing.
It really proves that people should not be written off just because they happen to be born and grow up in a poor area.
All they need is a chance.
And I especially commend TechnoServe for helping women learn the math and reading skills they need to run good businesse...
We will not build this new partnership overnight, but perseverance creates its own reward.
I want to listen and to learn.
I will say again, education will be more important to Africa in the 21st century than it was in the 20th century.
Africa has changed so much in just 10 years.
These programs serve a broad range of constituents as illustrated by the over 39,000 applications that have been submitt...
I admire the direction this nation is taking under his leadership.