Author of the NYT bestseller Hell and Other Destinations, 64th SecState, refugee, prof, bizwoman, pin collector & occasional drummer. Grateful American.
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To be clear, immigrants, legal or not, are people who want to improve their lives. To refer to them as animals or insects is to foster hate. What’s happening in Washington and on our border is sad, wrong, and unamerican.
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The only thing more stunning than the scale of Russian interference uncovered today is the fact that an American President is taking no action to protect our country against an ongoing threat. This is a dereliction of duty.
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I was raised Catholic, became Episcopalian & found out later my family was Jewish. I stand ready to register as Muslim in #solidarity.
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It’s a good thing Devin Nunes is not taking my course on national security decision making. I expect my students’ written work to be compelling, accurate, and unbiased. By those standards, I would have to give him an F. Let’s hope his constituents do the same in November.
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70 years ago today a communist coup destroyed democracy in my native Czechoslovakia. The coup forced my family into exile, and months later we were welcomed as refugees in the USA. Ever since I’ve been a grateful American, and I’ve learned to never take democracy for granted.
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As an immigrant and refugee, I am offended by the travel ban's cruelty. As a grandmother, I am insulted by its ignorance. #NoMuslimBanEver
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70 years ago on Armistice Day my family and I arrived in America. We were greeted not by barbed wire but by the Statue of Liberty. We were given the chance to live in freedom and in return became grateful patriotic citizens. That is the America I know and want back.
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There is no fine print on the Statue of Liberty. America must remain open to people of all faiths & backgrounds. #RefugeesWelcome
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Thanks for your concern, @davidfrum. But it’s going to take more than a rogue biker to knock me down — or shut me up.
Still bothered by this: About 8 am this morning, I witnessed a reckless bicyclist nearly knock down 81 yo former SecState @madeleine as she opened her car door in Georgetown. He cursed her, then zoomed away at high speed. Zero emissions doesn't exempt from basic decency
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Since arriving in America seventy-one years ago, I have developed a deep love for this country; that devotion is typical of the millions of other immigrants and refugees who have enriched our land and added new sources of energy and strength to it.
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It has been too long since a President delivered a speech in Washington about the need to defend democracy and support international cooperation. Thank you, @EmmanuelMacron for your powerful words and stirring call to action.
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Our country isn’t full, and ironically Homeland Security is empty. pbs.org/newshour/politics/ou…
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Beware of wishful thinking. 80 years ago today the Munich Agreement was signed. British leaders thought they could appease Hitler and thereby guarantee peace in their time. They believed what they wanted to believe, but they were wrong and the consequences were devastating.
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I wore this pin today because it’s Harry Truman’s birthday. He was my first U.S. president, and he understood that America was stronger when it worked with our allies and partners. We ignore that lesson at our peril.
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As we mourn and pray for the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting victims, we remember that when politicians spread diabolical conspiracy theories and stir up hatred of others, they are ripping the scab off a wound that killed six million people and has never fully healed.
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Seventy one years ago today I arrived in America as a refugee under the watchful eye of Lady Liberty. I will always be grateful to this country for giving me freedom and to our veterans for defending it. #VeteransDay
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.@kamalaharris is a proven fighter for justice, an outspoken defender of democracy, and the embodiment of the American dream. She is the perfect partner for @JoeBiden as he works to make that dream accessible to all. I’m all in for #BidenHarris2020 #MadamVicePresident
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I have not know anyone with greater courage, stronger convictions or more devotion to country than John McCain. He is irreplaceable, but his legacy will live wherever democracy is defended, human rights are protected, and U.S. leadership is exerted in defense of universal values.
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My new book, Fascism: A Warning, is available for pre-order now and will be released on April 10.
I wrote this call to action because history has taught us that, when #Fascism looms, we have a duty to stand up and speak out. bit.ly/fascismbook
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.@JoeBiden has the energy, experience and moral courage that our nation deserves and the future demands. He will be ready on Day One to lead as commander in chief. Thats why @BarackObama chose him as VPOTUS and why I am proud to support his campaign miamiherald.com/opinion/op-e…
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British PM Neville Chamberlain in 1938 called the conflict between Nazi Germany and my native Czechoslovakia a "quarrel in a far away country, between people of whom we know nothing.”
Less than two years later, the Nazis were bombing London.
President Trump to West Point cadets: “It is not the duty of US troops to solve ancient conflicts in faraway lands that many people have never even heard of.”
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Undermining the Iran deal damages our security and isolates us from our allies. Trump's speech was hysterical and dangerous.
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The White House cannot let another day pass without unequivocally rejecting Russia’s absurd request to interrogate @McFaul and other officials. Merely entertaining this idea betrays our diplomats, undermines our interests, and hands Putin yet another propaganda victory.
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74 years ago today, the allies began to take back a continent lost to evil. I was a child refugee from Europe living with my family in London. I fell in love with Americans in uniform that day and never stopped being grateful to them for rescuing freedom. #DDay
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.@timkaine That's what we @Wellesley girls do! And it's so clear @HillaryClinton is the only candidate prepared to be president #debatenight
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After fleeing the communists in Czechoslovakia, my family & I arrived in America on November 11, 1948. We were welcomed & provided the chance to build new lives in freedom. For this opportunity and all that has since come with it, I will always be grateful. #RefugeesWelcome
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Today, we have a president who does not speak for us; we must, therefore, speak up for ourselves.
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Congress must investigate Russia's influence on Trump's campaign and admin. Not to attack the president, but to protect our democracy.
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I am proud to call John McCain a friend and partner in the fight for human rights and democratic values around the world. May God bless him and his family as they continue this journey.
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The world is watching how America responds to the Comey crisis. Lets prove we are a real democracy through a truly independent investigation
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.@Lesdoggg, the man walking on my jacket is Harry Truman, who was my first president when I came to the US in 1948.
I would get you a pin but the @TrumanLibrary gift shop is sold out. I’ll send you a copy of my book “Read My Pins” instead — enjoy!
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50 years ago, the Soviet Union invaded Czechoslovakia to put an end to the Prague Spring. The Soviets succeeded in the short term, but in the long run they failed because the democratic spirit cannot truly be defeated. May this anniversary always remind us of that timeless lesson
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My family came to America after fleeing a coup, so I know that freedom is fragile. But I never thought I would see such an assault on democracy be cheered on from the Oval Office. I believe in the resilience of democracy and eagerly await the arrival of new national leadership.
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.@ConanOBrien I'm considering going as hunky Conan O'Brien - but that might be too far fetched.
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I have been appalled by the Trump administration’s gutting of the State Department and the way it is turning off young people from careers in public service. It is time for us to defend diplomacy and the dedicated professionals who make it possible. washingtonpost.com/opinions/…
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How can an American President be so cruel? #DACA
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There are not many sides. We must always fight facism and racism, oppose evil, and defend liberty and justice for all. #Charlottesville
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As a Czechoslovak-American, I can’t resist pointing out that today is National Immigrants Day and the 103rd anniversary of the founding of Czechoslovakia. I am proud of my birthplace and forever grateful to be an American immigrant.
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The @G7 shouldn’t be an ego trip. Even those who think they are chosen need friends.
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It was the honor of my life to serve the American people by defending their interests and values around the world. I will never forget walking into the State Department 25 years ago today. Passing by the portraits of my predecessors, I could feel the walls shake just a little
25 years ago today, @madeleine Albright was sworn-in as our nation's first female Secretary of State. I am humbled to follow in her footsteps. American diplomacy, @StateDept, and our country are better for her service.
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It was great to be back on the set of @MadamSecretary with @tealeoni. It is always nice to consult with my successors. The episode will air on #CBS on October 7.
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I hope our next president will rehire all the diplomats who have resigned over Trump’s racist words and harmful actions. We will need all the help we can get to repair the damage he is doing to our country’s international reputation and interests. telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/01…
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg devoted her life to the powerful premise that every person counts.
She was a warrior for justice, equality, and democracy.
Thanks to her, those who carry on these fights will have not only history, but also the law, on their side.
Rest in peace, RBG
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In case you're wondering -- I have a 5 star rating! nitter.app/jacobsmith207/status/8…
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In an otherwise dark moment for our country, I have been inspired by the selfless service of George Kent, Bill Taylor, Marie Yovanovitch who this week refused to be intimidated and did their duty to defend the truth and uphold the constitution. I am truly #FSProud
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Congratulations to our great new leaders, @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris.
Let’s celebrate the resilience of our democracy and applaud the shattering of another glass ceiling.
We need them, and they will need us, to bring the country together and restore the soul of America.
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I admit to being a little envious of the pin. But thank you @ladygaga for sending such a strong message and lending your voice to this celebration of democracy. #ReadMyPins
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This week’s events show once again that, were the president to take my course on national security decision-making, he would flunk. Iran, Russia, Assad & ISIS are celebrating; Secretary Mattis is resigning; and our mission is not yet accomplished. Trump earns an F for failure.
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The time has come for all of us, from every part of the political spectrum, to reclaim America’s proud heritage by saying no to division and hate and by participating actively in our democracy on behalf of the common good.
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My family and I arrived in America 70 years ago next week, after fleeing the Nazis and then the Communists who had taken over Czechoslovakia. Please do not take for granted the privilege of living in the world’s oldest and greatest democracy. Go and vote! iwillvote.com
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Putin’s assault on democracy is undeniably real. I hope every American will read the Senate Foreign Relation Committee’s #RussiaReport and demand that our government take it seriously. We must protect our institutions and support our allies as they battle Russian interference.
Today I'm releasing a #RussiaReport documenting Vladimir Putin's 20-year attack on democratic institutions in his own country and Europe. To protect against what the Kremlin did to the U.S. in 2016, we need to first understand Putin's pattern. foreign.senate.gov/press/ran…
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Colin Powell, @HillaryClinton, and I used to consult each other when we were Secretaries of State. Watch as Elizabeth McCord (@TeaLeoni) seeks our advice on the season premiere of @MadamSecretary on @CBS tonight at 10 PM.
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We must focus on saving lives in Afghanistan. As the US works to evacuate those at special risk from the Taliban, I am grateful to Albania, Canada, Kosovo and North Macedonia for offering refuge to Afghan allies, esp women & civil society leaders. I hope & expect others to follow
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As expected, Trump is trying to sow the seeds of chaos and attack the foundations of our democracy. The good news is that America’s future is in the voters’ hands, not his. Keep counting every vote.
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Sound advice to Secretary Blinken from one of his most outstanding predecessors. Clearly, he has big heels to fill.
Congratulations to Antony Blinken for becoming America’s 71st secretary of state. He'll do an excellent job.
My advice: Don’t even try to match @madeleine’s brooch game.
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Maria Ressa, the founder of an award-winning Philippines-based news site and critic of President Rodrigo Duterte, was convicted of cyber libel Monday in a decision that is the latest blow to press freedom in the country ti.me/3hv4PhO
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We have a president who is dividing our country and dehumanizing those with whom he disagrees. That is dangerous and wrong.
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After tonight, this pin will be the only piece of glass ceiling left at #DNCinPHL! #tweetmypins #ImWithHer
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All Americans should take pride in the patriotism and professionalism of public servants such as Lt Col Alexander Vindman, Amb. Marie Yovanovitch and Amb. Bill Taylor – and all Americans must reject the despicable smear campaign being waged against them by the president’s allies.
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Withdrawing from the Paris accord turns a symbol of American leadership into a symbol of American isolation. Damages our economy & security
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Like other Americans, I expect the president to try and unite our country. It’s part of any chief executive’s job description. It’s what the “U” stands for in USA.
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As a refugee whose family fled Fascism and Communism, I learned early in life that there is much evil in this world. But I also learned early about a land across the sea where freedom was cherished and whose ideals inspired people all over the world.
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I am excited to see so many new members of Congress arrive in Washington to begin the hard work of renewing our democracy, and I am thrilled they will led by @NancyPelosi. She is a true champion of American values and is the battle-tested leader we need.
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But today, we have a leader who either doesn’t understand, or doesn’t care, about the responsibilities of his office.
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USA should embrace refugees, not fear them. Words on Statue of Liberty shouldn't be empty promise #RefugeesWelcome time.com/4117333/madeleine-a…
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Barbara Bush was a woman of incredible determination, wit, and compassion who embodied America’s best values. My deepest condolences to the entire Bush family — especially her devoted husband @GeorgeHWBush.
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This Senate vote shows that the President’s bizarre and destructive views about NATO have no support on Capitol Hill. If he tries to take a wrecking ball to the alliance, Congress must act to preserve it. Our security and our prosperity are at stake. #StrongerWithAllies
Today, in a 97-2 vote, the Senate sent an overwhelming message to President Trump to stand by our NATO allies and to stand against President Putin.
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10 years ago today, the world lost an incomparable leader. Václav Havel devoted his life not only to pursuing democracy, but to using democracy to create a more just, humane and tolerant world. The best way for us to honor his memory is to carry on with this indispensable work.
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Aretha Franklin was the Queen of Soul, and she was also an incredible ambassador for American values and culture. In every corner of the globe, Aretha’s voice brought people joy and garnered more R-E-S-P-E-C-T for our country. I was honored to know her and will miss her dearly.
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I was profoundly saddened to learn of the passing of former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan. He was a dear friend and one of the world’s foremost advocates for peace, development, and international understanding.
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As someone who cares deeply about Poland, I am alarmed at this latest effort by the Polish government to stifle free media. We must call this out for what it is — an attack on democracy and the rule of law.
More than 40 statewide and local publishers oppose the announced advertising tax which may shrink media pluralism due to its selective nature.
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Nelson Mandela taught us that the power of forgiveness is greater than that of hate, and differences of race & nationality matter less than our shared humanity. On what would have been his 100th birthday, we must carry on his fight for truth, justice and democracy. #MandelaDay
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This International Women's Day, let us all recommit to helping and empowering one another. That is the only path to achieving true and lasting equality. #IWD2018
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In Prague to mark 20 years since the Czech Republic, Poland and Hungary joined NATO. My message is that NATO isn’t just a military alliance; it is a political alliance based on democratic values. We talk about needing to spend 2% for defense, but we need to be 100% for democracy.
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I'm praying for my friend @SenJohnMcCain. He is my partner in fighting for democracy globally & I know he does not give up.
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”Truth and love must prevail over lies and hatred.”
Czechoslovakia, the country of my birth, came into being 100 years ago today. These words were attributed to one of its greatest leaders, my friend Václav Havel.
#CZentennial
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The Trump administration does not learn from its mistakes. The new #MuslimBan is unnecessary, unjustified, and unamerican.
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Mussolini compared accumulating power to plucking a chicken one feather at a time, go slowly and no one notices. Trump wants to change the Constitution by Executive order. That's a sledgehammer, not a feather - we should all take notice.
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Thanks for the birthday wishes. I may be getting old but I'm not going mute. Going to keep speaking out for American values & our democracy
Happy birthday, Madam Secretary! @madeleine Albright '59 celebrates her 80th birthday and a lifetime of public service today!
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67 years ago today my family and I arrived in America as refugees. #refugeeswelcome (1/2)
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Many knew Dr. Zbigniew Brzezinski as a brilliant strategist. I knew him as my professor, mentor, and dear friend. I will miss you Zbig.
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Steps announced by @POTUS today to #StopGunViolence will protect communities & strengthen our nation's security. I applaud them.
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Happy #IndependenceDay from one grateful American to all. Let us never forget that diversity and democracy are what make our country great.
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I have been warning that we cannot take our democracy for granted. Members of Congress have a responsibility to uphold the constitution and the principle that no American president is above the law. I don’t say this lightly, but Donald Trump must be impeached.
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The arrest of journalist @mariaressa by the Philippine government is outrageous and must be condemned by all democratic nations. I’m proud to call her a friend and to stand with her in defending the principles of a free press.
NDI condemns the arrest of @mariaressa, chief executive officer of @rapplerdotcom, and the continued efforts by the Philippine government to quell press freedom. ndi.org/publications/ndi-con…
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.@realDonaldTrump claimed ISIS was defeated but just gave them a new lease on life. His reckless abandonment of our friends will go down as one of this administration’s more disgraceful moments. Trump will be remembered by history as a great and unmatched disaster.
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I’m thrilled to congratulate @ABlinken on becoming US Secretary of State, the world’s best job.
Sec. Blinken’s wisdom, integrity and compassion will be tremendous assets for America.
We can count on him and his team to revitalize diplomacy and reinvigorate U.S. leadership.
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Truth is fascism’s most potent enemy. Guardians of truth are democracy’s greatest friends. Proud to see @Time honor courageous journalists, including my friend and @NDI Democracy award winner @mariaressa. #TimePersonOfTheYear
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.@ConanOBrien Never get into a word war with a diplomat. We talk even more than comedians.
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