02/23/2010
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"Combating hunger is a top priority for this administration, and for me personally, and I want to express my sincere appreciation for the leadership you've shown on this important issue."
"I called for a move away from reacting to food crises in an ad hoc fashion, toward making food security a priority in our development programs."
"In his Inaugural Address, President Obama stated to the people of poor nations that we would work alongside them to make their farms flourish and to nourish starved bodies."
"The status of women and girls is a key indicator of whether or not progress is possible."