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SECRETARY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON: Public Schedule for November 28, 2011

Posted in Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, Secretary of State Travel, state department, U.S. Department of State, tagged Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, State Department, U.S. Department of State on November 28, 2011| 4 Comments »

Public Schedule for November 28, 2011

Public Schedule

Washington, DC

November 28, 2011

SECRETARY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON

9:00 a.m. Secretary Clinton and Secretary of Energy Steven Chu co-host a U.S.-EU Energy Council Ministerial Meeting, at the Department of State.
(OPEN PRESS COVERAGE FOR OPENING REMARKS)

10:30 a.m. Secretary Clinton holds a bilateral meeting with EU High Representative Catherine Ashton, at the Department of State.
(CLOSED PRESS COVERAGE)

11:00 a.m. Secretary Clinton meets with International Energy Agency Executive Director Maria van der Hoeven, at the Department of State.
(CLOSED PRESS COVERAGE)

11:45 a.m. Secretary Clinton attends the U.S.-EU Summit meeting hosted by President Obama at the White House.
(MEDIA DETERMINED BY WHITE HOUSE)

PM Secretary Clinton departs for foreign travel. Click here for more information.

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Sunday Night Slideshow: Hillary in November

Posted in Hillary Clinton, Hillary Clinton Images, Hillary Rodham Clinton, tagged Hillary Clinton, Hillary Clinton pictures, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State on November 27, 2011| 6 Comments »

We all hope Mme. Secretary had a restful Thanksgiving weekend. She has a rough week ahead with upcoming travel to Burma and South Korea. It has been a hard month for her since it began with the loss of her mother to whom she was very close. She maintained her signature cheerful demeanor as well as her whirlwind work and travel load nonetheless. So here is a Sunday night slideshow of pretty pictures from November.

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Media Reads on a Hillary Run: November 26, 2011 Edition

Posted in 2012 Election, Democratic Party, Hillary Clinton, Hillary for President, Hillary Rodham Clinton, tagged 2012 Election, Hillary 2012, Hillary Clinton, Hillary for President, Hillary Rodham Clinton on November 26, 2011| 44 Comments »

Well, it is not a read. It is a sound byte. Corollary to his November 21 WSJ op-ed with Doug Schoen, Pat Caddell spoke on Sean Hannity’s radio show issuing a call for a write-in campaign for Hillary Clinton in New Hampshire.

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Hillary Hails Morocco’s Elections

Posted in Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, state department, U.S. Department of State, tagged Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, King Mohammed VI, Morocco, Secretary of State, State Department, U.S. Department of State on November 26, 2011| Leave a Comment »

Morocco’s Parliamentary Elections

Press Statement

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

November 26, 2011

I congratulate the Moroccan people on the successful completion of Friday’s parliamentary elections where millions of Moroccans went to the polls to elect their new political leaders. Now, working with King Mohammed VI, the new parliament and civil society can implement the amended constitution as a step toward fulfilling the aspirations and rights of all Moroccans.

The hard work of building democracy does not end when the votes are tallied and the winners announced. As we have seen in so many changes underway across the region, political leaders will be judged not only by what they say, but what they do. The United States stands ready to work with the new parliament and the people of Morocco to strengthen the rule of law, raise human rights standards, promote transparent and accountable governance, and work toward sustained, democratic reform.

I like this. She is speaking on her own. The statement I put in bold should be heeded by all political leaders, not only those in North Africa and the Middle East.

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Secretary Clinton: International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

Posted in Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, state department, U.S. Department of State, Women in Government, Women's History, Women's Issues, tagged Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, State Department, U.S. Department of State, Violence Against Women, Women's Issues on November 25, 2011| 13 Comments »

U.S. Secretary of State Hilary Clinton is greeted by human trafficking victims Van Sina and Somana at the Siem Reap AFESIP rehabilitation and vocational training center Cambodia

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

Press Statement

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

November 25, 2011

Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we are reminded of the horrific acts of violence against women that take place every day around the world and pledge to recommit ourselves to changing attitudes and ending all forms of violence against women and girls.

Gender-based violence is a global pandemic that cuts across all borders and impacts all peoples and societies – regardless of ethnicity, race, socio-economic status, or religion. One in three women around the world will experience some form of gender-based violence in her lifetime. The medical, security, and legal costs to countries are incalculable. It dampens economic development and tears at the fabric of societies. The health costs to women includes not only the detrimental impact on their physical well-being, such as increased susceptibility to HIV infection, but also mental health costs for both women and their children.

We need to improve our efforts to prevent and respond to this crisis. When women are afforded their rights and given the chance to pursue education, employment, and political participation, they drive social and economic progress. They lift up themselves, their families, communities, and their nations. But to build this future girls must be able to learn without fear and women must be able to make decisions about their own lives and the future of their families.

Prevention, protection and prosecution are essential to combating this violence. But we must add a fourth “P” as well – Priority. Empowering women and girls is already a priority of the United States, but we need more countries to step up and take on this challenge. The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the 16 days Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence is an opportunity to renew the commitment to free women and girls from the nightmare of violence, because the future safety and security of our world depends on it.

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Thanksgiving Hillary-Fix Slideshow: Waiting in the Wings

Posted in Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Clinton Images, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, U.S. Department of State, tagged Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, State Department, U.S. Department of State on November 24, 2011| 10 Comments »

Many have cold turkey in the fridge by now, but also readers and visitors here tend to go into “cold-turkey” when HRC is out of camera range for extended periods. So, if you are not watching football and need a Hillary-fix, here is a little slideshow. It is reassuring to see her waiting in the wings, and we are all thankful for that. Enjoy!

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Happy Thanksgiving to Mme. Secretary & All Her Faithful Followers!

Posted in Dorothy Rodham, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, tagged Chelsea Clinton, Dorothy Rodham, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Thanksgiving on November 23, 2011| 14 Comments »

Not only on Thanksgiving, but every day, I thank God for making me a contemporary of Hillary Rodham Clinton. I am thankful for her earnest and brilliant service, her tireless dedication to our country, her courage, and her honest blue-eyed gaze right into our eyes when she speaks. I am thankful too, daily, for her dear mother who gave us her exceptional little girl.

Mme. Secretary, this Thanksgiving, as every day, I will be saying a prayer for your continued good health and safety on your many voyages. I know your mother will be watching over you, and we, here at this blog, will continue following your extraordinary work.

Happy Thanksgiving. May the Lord keep you safe. Hope you have a wonderful holiday with all of those you love.

To all the readers here:

Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for your faithful visits and wonderful comments! I thank God for all of you, too, and your devotion to our wonderful SOS!

PYW sent me this YouTube of Chelsea speaking about her grandmother. I thought it appropriate to add it in here. Have a lovely holiday!

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Secretary Clinton Welcomes Bahrain Inquiry Report & Formation of Libyan Cabinet

Posted in Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, state department, U.S. Department of State, tagged Bahrain, Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Libya, Secretary of State, State Department, U.S. Department of State on November 23, 2011| 4 Comments »

Release of the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry (BICI) Report

Remarks

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

November 23, 2011

The United States welcomes the release of the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry (BICI) report, and we commend King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa’s initiative in commissioning it.

Our countries have many shared, strategic interests and a relationship that includes decades of working together to defend regional security. In this context, it is essential for Bahrainis themselves to resolve the issues identified in the report and move forward in a way that promotes reform, reconciliation, and stability.

We are deeply concerned about the abuses identified in the report, and urge the Government and all elements of Bahraini society to address them in a prompt and systematic manner. The Government of Bahrain has committed to establish a follow-on committee to implement the report’s recommendations, and we urge full and expeditious implementation of these recommendations.

The United States will continue to promote the fundamental freedoms and human rights of all of Bahrain’s citizens. We believe the BICI report offers a historic opportunity for all Bahrainis to participate in a healing process that will address long-standing grievances and move the nation onto a path of genuine, sustained reform.

Formation of New Libyan Cabinet

Remarks

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

November 23, 2011

The formation of a new cabinet by the Transitional National Council is a significant step in Libya’s transition to a true democracy that is inclusive and representative of all Libyans. The United States looks forward to working with the new interim government to address the key challenges that remain, such as protecting and respecting the rights of all Libyans, consolidating control over militias, ensuring a functioning and credible government and preparing for the transition to an elected government. The courage of the Libyan people and their dedication to freedom has inspired us all, and we must continue to work and make their dream a reality.

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Secretary Clinton Lauds Signing of GCC-Brokered Agreement in Yemen

Posted in Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, state department, U.S. Department of State, tagged Foreign Policy, GCC, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, State Department, U.S. Department of State, Yemen on November 23, 2011| 4 Comments »

Signing of GCC-Brokered Agreement in Yemen

Remarks

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

November 23, 2011

The United States applauds the Yemeni government and the opposition for agreeing to a peaceful and orderly transition of power that is responsive to the aspirations of the Yemeni people. Today marks a significant step forward for the Yemeni people in their quest for a unified, democratic, secure, and prosperous Yemen. We commend the Gulf Cooperation Council for its invaluable role in leading efforts to broker this agreement and to support the Yemeni people. The United Nations, through the passage of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2014, made clear that the Yemeni people deserve to live free from violence and insecurity.

We urge all parties within Yemen to refrain from violence and to move swiftly to implement the terms of the agreement in good faith and with transparency — including credible presidential elections within 90 days. The United States, in coordination with our international partners, will continue to closely monitor and support Yemen’s political transition. We look forward to strengthening our partnership with the Yemeni people and their new government as they address their political, economic, humanitarian, and security challenges.

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Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton’s Travel to the Republic of Korea and Burma

Posted in Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, Secretary of State Travel, state department, U.S. Department of State, tagged Burma, Foreign Policy, Hillary Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, South Korea, State Department, U.S. Department of State on November 23, 2011| Leave a Comment »

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton’s Travel to the Republic of Korea and Burma

Press Statement

Mark C. Toner
Acting Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC

November 23, 2011

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will travel to the Republic of Korea and Burma, November 30 – December 2, 2011.

Secretary Clinton will travel to Busan, Republic of Korea November 30 to attend the Fourth High-Level Forum on Aid Effectiveness. Secretary Clinton’s participation reflects the United States’ strong political commitment to development as key pillar of global security, prosperity, and democratic progress. The Busan Meeting represents a landmark opportunity for world leaders to take stock of recent changes in the development landscape and chart a new course for global cooperation. Her visit also underscores the breadth and depth of the U.S.-ROK partnership.

Secretary Clinton will then travel to Nay Pyi Taw and Rangoon, Burma, from November 30 – December 2. This historic trip will mark the first visit to Burma by a U.S. Secretary of State in over a half a century. Secretary Clinton will underscore the U.S. commitment to a policy of principled engagement and direct dialogue as part of our dual-track approach. She will register support for reforms that we have witnessed in recent months and discuss further reforms in key areas, as well as steps the U.S. can take to reinforce progress. She will consult with a broad and diverse group of civil society and ethnic minority leaders to gain their perspectives on developments in the country. Counselor Cheryl Mills, Assistant Secretary Kurt Campbell, Assistant Secretary Michael Posner, Special Representative and Policy Coordinator for Burma Derek Mitchell, and Policy Planning Director Jake Sullivan will accompany her.