03/04/2009
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"As a founding member and the driving force behind the World Heritage Convention of 1972, the United States remains committed to advancing the Convention's ideals to preserve our world's outstanding cu..."
"The United States and our many partners have not, and will not, recognize the illegitimate annexation of Crimea."
"I want to thank Chairman Leahy and Ranking Member Graham for their leadership, as well as each member of the subcommittee for their commitment to America's leadership in the world."
"Supporting human rights and stronger civil societies and development assistance, investing in our partnerships with allies, these are the surest ways to prevent the kind of horrible human tragedies."