Quote of the Week

Friday, July 17, 2009
"Whether in Latin America or Lebanon, Iran or Liberia, those who are inspired by democracy, who understand that democracy is about more than just elections – that it must also protect minority rights and press freedom, develop strong, competent and independent judiciaries, legislatures and executive agencies, and commit for democracy to deliver results – these are the people who will find that Americans are their friends, not adversaries."
 
- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, Speech at the Council on Foreign Relations, July 15, 2009