Daniel Akaka actually said...

I believe that it is very important that U.S. personnel who work overseas have a strong understanding of the culture they are working in and the ability to speak that language.

Context

Emphasizing the need for cultural and language training for U.S. personnel abroad.

04/13/2010

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