08/04/2015
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"I am under no illusions about the enormous challenges we face on arms control, nonproliferation, and political/military affairs."
"I believe it is crucial that strong IP protections be included to ensure developed countries shoulder their share of this global burden."
"I appreciate your willingness to serve in this way, and I look forward to your confirmation."
"It would be seen by the Iranians as potentially a move away from the track that we are on, negotiations and diplomacy."