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This week, the State Department is taking four immediate steps, as we move forward with a broader counterpiracy strategy. But let me underscore this point. The United States does not make concessions or ransom payments to pirates.

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Hillary Clinton outlines the U.S. government's stance on piracy and the measures being taken to combat it.

04/14/2009

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