Press Statement : Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC June 7, 2017 In recognition of LGBTI Month, the Department of State affirms its solidarity with the human rights defenders and civil society organizations working around the world to uphold the fundamental freedoms of LGBTI persons to live with dignity and freedom. We also …
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The White House March 08, 2017 International Women’s Day gives us the opportunity to celebrate and reflect upon the meaningful progress women have made throughout society, while also acknowledging that there is still much work that remains to be done to ensure the complete and consequential participation of women in all spheres of economic, political, …
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Washington, DC March 8, 2017 On International Women’s Day, we reflect on the critical contributions women make in every sector of society and we recommit ourselves to addressing the discrimination and barriers that women face around the world. We have seen firsthand the benefits of women’s empowerment—politically, economically, and socially. Women spend a higher portion …
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Proclamation President Obama Labor Day White House September 2, 2016 For Immediate Release BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION The strongest middle class the world has ever known was not built overnight. It was achieved by men and women who believed that living up to the promise of this Nation …
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Ambassador Mark Lippert visited the Busan Sajik baseball ground where he watched a game on Nexen Heroes vs. Lotte Giants.
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Ambassador Mark Lippert meets South Korean rapper PSY to discuss music and cultural diplomacy.
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Remarks Ambassador Mark Lippert Veterans’ Day Ceremony 8th Army War Memorial November 11, 2014 : Ladies and gentlemen, it is my privilege as the Ambassador of the United States of America to the Republic of Korea to be here today as we honor and commemorate the service and sacrifice of our Veterans. Each year, the …
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