I wish the administration would have had a permanent presence, a peace envoy. But she's there. And -- and I think it's very important to recognize that the leverage of the United States in that region is very important.
William R. Richardson: “I wish the administration would have had a permanent presence, a peace envoy. But she's there. And -- and I think it's…”
On the recordJuly 23, 2006
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Governor Bill Richardson emphasizes the importance of U.S. presence and leverage in the Middle East during Condoleezza Rice's diplomatic efforts.
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