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On the recordApril 7, 2014
I am optimistic about USAID Forward and its focus on country ownership, and eventually working yourselves, USAID, out of a job.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Leahy expresses hope for USAID's shift towards empowering local entities.

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