06/03/2009
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"Diplomacy is not a prize. It is something we do to advance our interests."
"If I am confirmed, I would expect to press the Syrians hard on this issue."
"It would be a game-changer. It is very much in American interests to have a comprehensive peace settlement in the region."
"We have been urging the Syrians to support our efforts to restart negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians."