10/26/2011
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"We cannot counter insurgent and terrorist threats without civilian counterparts who can carry out economic and political reconstruction missions."
"the 25-percent increase in Foreign Service staffing that President-elect Obama has called for would do much to address these needs."
"If confirmed as Secretary of State, I look forward to working with this committee and your colleagues in the House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs to achieve these priorities."
"The Obama administration is committed to a robust foreign assistance program."