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Hillary Clinton: Now, in 2009, the clear lesson of the last 20 years is that we must both combat the threats and seize the opportunities…

On the recordJanuary 12, 2009
Now, in 2009, the clear lesson of the last 20 years is that we must both combat the threats and seize the opportunities of our interdependence.
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Hillary Clinton
Democratic · New York

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Highlights the importance of addressing global threats and opportunities through interdependence.

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