04/29/2009
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"I think it will be very clear that the central arena of historical and strategic challenges and opportunities for the United States is actually in the Pacific."
"The United States is a Pacific nation in terms of our history, our culture, our economy, and our national security."
"I do believe that this is an issue that is part of our strategic dialogue with China."
"I think it is also the view of particularly President Obama and Secretary Clinton that not only is it important to talk about these values, but to live them."