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Hillary Clinton

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Hillary Rodham Clinton is a prominent American politician and member of the Democratic Party, best known for her role as the 67th Secretary of State from 2009 to 2013 under President Barack Obama. Prior to that, she served as the United States Senator from New York from 2001 to 2009. Clinton has been a significant figure in American politics for decades, advocating for issues such as healthcare reform, women's rights, and international diplomacy. Her tenure as Secretary of State included notable events such as the U.S. response to the Arab Spring and the military intervention in Libya.

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Jan 12, 2009

If these funds are appropriated, our malaria control and prevention programs will expand to benefit approximately 70 percent of the vulnerable populations in sub-Saharan Africa.

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Jan 12, 2009

I think that this deserves a lot of attention--it is part of the climate change agenda, but it also deserves separate attention.

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Jan 12, 2009

The United States is uniquely situated to help the world feed itself, and has the opportunity to recast its image by making the eradication of hunger a centerpiece of U.S. foreign policy.

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Jan 12, 2009

Elections are important, but they are not sufficient, and often fail when they precede the establishment of institutions that bolster democratic society.

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Jan 12, 2009

Always, and especially in the crucible of these global challenges, our overriding duty is to protect and advance America's security, interests, and values.

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Jan 12, 2009

The people of Zimbabwe have suffered for far too long under a corrupt leadership that does not serve the needs of its people.

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Jan 12, 2009

We should look at the models of countries that have handled their mineral wealth to the advantage of their people.

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Jan 12, 2009

America's success has never been solely a function of our power, it has always been rooted in, and inspired by, our values.

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Jan 12, 2009

President Obama has also called for modernization of U.S. development and foreign assistance programs.

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Jan 12, 2009

Yes, the President-elect does support the legislation that you were part of and Vice President-elect Biden and I think Senator Lugar was, as well.

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Jan 12, 2009

We have seen the abuses by contractors, but even when they are not headline-grabbing abuses, there has been a steady transfer of authority and resources from government employees, and a chain of accountability to contractors.

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Jan 12, 2009

We're going to try to be more creative and substantive in addressing what we can do to create a more favorable positive atmosphere.

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Jan 12, 2009

Many today do not see global climate change as a national security threat. But it is; profoundly so.

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Jan 12, 2009

If Iran is in fact willing to end its nuclear program, renounce sponsorship of terrorism, support Middle East peace, and play a constructive role in stabilizing Iraq, the United States should be prepared to offer Iran a carefully…

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Jan 12, 2009

the appearance of a conflict of interest must be assessed based upon all the facts and circumstances.

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Jan 12, 2009

I look forward to working with all of you to renew America's leadership through diplomacy that enhances our security, advances our interests, and reflects our values.

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Jan 12, 2009

the United States wants to be a leader once again, to control arms, particularly with Russia.

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Jan 12, 2009

our rate of increase of emissions is way beyond what is supportable

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Jan 12, 2009

If confirmed, there is no doubt that helping Israelis and Palestinians achieve peace and security through a two-state solution will be one of the priority issues to which I will devote time and attention.

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Jan 12, 2009

I believe that the authority of the President's Chiefs of Mission overseas must be unambiguous and sacrosanct.

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Jan 12, 2009

I want to pledge to you that, as Secretary of State I view these issues as central to our foreign policy, not as adjunct, or auxiliary or as any way lesser than all of the other issues that we have to confront.

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Jan 12, 2009

The President-elect supports a global education fund to bolster secular education around the world.

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Jan 12, 2009

There is no intention to amend the MOU.

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Jan 12, 2009

This is not culture, this is not custom--this is criminal.

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Jan 12, 2009

We know, obviously, of the security contractors, and some of the difficulties that they have presented, but it's been contractors across the board.

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