Townterview at University of St. Tomas in Manila
Secretary Clinton (Nov. 13): "It was very significant historically, when our presidential nominating campaign was between a woman and an African American. I mean, that was such a great symbol of our country. And I was very proud to see Barack Obama inaugurated as our President, and very honored to work with him in his Administration. But the Philippines is ahead of us. You've had two woman presidents. So I really should ask you what's the secret here, because it's quite a tribute to your society that you are choosing people on the merits in a democratic process. And I think that that will come to pass in our own country." Full Text | View Video
Secretary Clinton (Nov. 13): "It was very significant historically, when our presidential nominating campaign was between a woman and an African American. I mean, that was such a great symbol of our country. And I was very proud to see Barack Obama inaugurated as our President, and very honored to work with him in his Administration. But the Philippines is ahead of us. You've had two woman presidents. So I really should ask you what's the secret here, because it's quite a tribute to your society that you are choosing people on the merits in a democratic process. And I think that that will come to pass in our own country." Full Text | View Video
U.S. Donates New Relief Funds to the Philippines
Secretary Clinton (Nov. 12): "Today, I am pleased to announce that there will be more than $5 million in new relief funds for the Philippines. This new support will help rebuild schools like this one..." Full Text
Secretary Clinton was in Manila (November 12-13), where the Secretary held consultations with senior Filipino officials, highlighting the U.S.-Philippines treaty alliance.
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