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Hillary Clinton: “In too many places, in too many ways, the region's foundations are sinking into the sand. If leaders don't offer a…”

On the recordMarch 1, 2011
In too many places, in too many ways, the region's foundations are sinking into the sand. If leaders don't offer a positive vision and give young people meaningful ways to contribute, others will fill the vacuum.
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Hillary Clinton
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Clinton emphasizes the need for positive leadership in the Middle East to prevent extremism.

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