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Posted on Sat, November 21, 2009 - 6:48:52

Milan in Virginia writes:

As I expected, Madam Secretary are doing excellent job.

"She is the star of the Obama Cabinet and an international celebrity..." and…

From the entry 'Travel Diary: Secretary Clinton Speaks With U.S. and International Troops in Afghanistan'.

Posted on Sat, November 21, 2009 - 11:45:13

Clayton F. in Washington, DC writes:

Reading though the responses that have been provided I detect a strong level of discontent for the current actions being taken by the governments…

From the entry 'What Is the Most Pressing Issue the United States and Asia Must Face Together?'.

Posted on Sat, November 21, 2009 - 4:10:35

Eric in New Mexico writes:

Even smart people groping about in the dark for a policy are bound to bump into something.

And if anyone can predict the future, do…

From the entry 'Travel Diary: Secretary Clinton Promotes Use of Smart Power'.

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Question of the Week: What Does Religious Freedom Mean to You?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Aug 28, 2009 - 09:09 PM

A worshipper holds a candle in Istanbul, Turkey, May 1, 2005. [AP File Photo]

The U.S. State Department's Office of International Religious Freedom monitors religious persecution and discrimination worldwide and develops programs to promote religious freedom. Given the U.S. commitment to religious freedom, and to the international covenants that guarantee it as the inalienable right of every person, the United States seeks to promote freedom of religion and conscience throughout the world as a fundamental human right and as a source of stability for all countries.

What does religious freedom mean to you?

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Question of the Week: What Actions Can the U.S. Take To Advance Understanding With Muslims of the World?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Aug 21, 2009 - 05:53 PM

Palestinians watch President Obama's speech on television, Gaza Strip, June 4, 2009. [AP Photo]

Today, President Obama delivered a Ramadan message to extend best wishes to Muslims around the world.

Emphasizing America’s commitment to engage Muslims and Muslim-majority nations on the basis of mutual interest and mutual respect, the President said, “In the last two months, American embassies around the world have reached out…directly to people in Muslim-majority countries. And from around the world, we have received an outpouring of feedback about how America can be a partner on behalf of peoples’ aspirations. We have listened. And…we are focused on pursuing concrete actions that will make a difference over time – both in terms of the political and security issues…and in…

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Question of the Week: What Diplomatic Tools Can Be Leveraged To Promote Good Governance?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Aug 14, 2009 - 04:25 PM

Man casts vote in Donegal, Ireland, June 4, 2009. [AP Photo]

Secretary Clinton just returned from an 11-day, seven nation trip to Africa, where she discussed ways to promote broad-based economic growth and foster good governance, partnering with regional leaders to prevent conflict and violence, including gender-based violence, democratic erosions and transnational threats.

Speaking to the Liberian National Legislature, Secretary Clinton said, “Democracy has to deliver, and both President Obama and I believe that dignity is central to what is at the core of successful democracies: a voice for every citizen in the decisions that affect your life, your community, and your country; the opportunity to earn a decent wage and provide for your family and live without fear; an…

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Question of the Week: What Can Be Done To Empower Women in Africa?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Aug 07, 2009 - 03:41 PM

Sudanese women at Abu Shouk refugee camp, al-Fasher, Sudan, Mar. 26, 2009. [AP]

On August 5 in Nairobi, Kenya, Secretary Clinton spoke at the 8th Forum of the African Growth and Opportunity Act to kick off her 11-day trip to seven different African nations. She underscored that the future of Africa's women is of economic and strategic importance to the continent as well as the United States.

The Secretary said, "The social, political and economic marginalization of women across Africa has left a void in this continent that undermines progress and prosperity every day. Yet we know across Africa women are doing the work of a whole continent – gathering firewood, hauling water, washing clothes, preparing…

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Question of the Week: What Steps Can the U.S. Take To Support Sustainable Growth in Africa?
Posted by DipNote Bloggers on Jul 31, 2009 - 04:47 PM

Farm worker holds unprocessed rooibos tea in Clanwilliam, South Africa, Apr. 21, 2007. [AP]

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will begin a seven-nation trip to Africa at the 8th U.S. – Sub-Saharan Africa Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum (known as the AGOA Forum) in Nairobi, Kenya. This trip will highlight the Obama administration’s commitment to making Africa a priority and will be the earliest in any U.S. administration that both the President and the Secretary of State have visited Africa.

The Secretary’s trip follows the themes laid out by President Obama during his visit to Ghana: supporting…

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