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On the recordMarch 15, 2011
Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Ambassador Sherman, I want to echo my colleagues in expressing my appreciation for your past work within the State Department and for your willingness to consider taking on such a difficult post at such a dangerous and critical time in our foreign relations.
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Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire

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Senator Shaheen expresses gratitude for Ambassador Sherman's service and the challenges ahead.

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