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Governor Bob McDonnell thanks Americans for all help given to Haiti

“And no government program can replace the actions of caring Americans freely choosing to help one another. The Scriptures say "To whom much is given, much will be required." As the most generous and prosperous nation on Earth, it is heartwarming to see Americans giving much time and money to the people of Haiti. Thank you for your ongoing compassion.”

— Following the State of the Union Address, Virginia Governor, Bob McDonnell, delivers the republican response. January 27, 2010

Hillary Clinton Takes Issue with Question in DRC

“Wait. You want me to tell you what my husband thinks? My husband is not the Secretary of State. I am. So you ask my opinion, I will tell you my opinion. I’m not going to be channeling my husband.”

— Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

Dialogue between the U.S. and China

"The relationship between the United States and China will shape the twenty-first century, which makes it as important as any bilateral relationshp in the world."

— Obama, speaking at the Reagan Building in Washington on July 27, 2009, as he opened a meeting of the Strategic and Economic Dialogue between the U.S. and China.

President Obama Discusses Iran’s Nuclear Situation

“We can’t dictate to other countries what their security interests are. What is also true is it is the policy of the United States to try to resolve the issue of Iran’s nuclear capabilities in a peaceful way through diplomatic channels.”

— President Obama tells CNN about his policy toward Iran’s nuclear capabilities during his trip to Russia.

President Obama Calls for Diplomacy in Russia

“We may not end up agreeing on everything, but I think that we can have a tone of mutual respect and consultation that will serve both the American people and the Russian people.”

— President Obama speaks with former President and current Prime Minister Vladimir Putin of Russia during a photo opportunity in Moscow.

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