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Diplomatic efforts aimed at global cooperation from "summary" of A Promised Land by Barack Obama

In the face of complex global challenges, the United States has often found itself in the position of having to lead the way in forging diplomatic solutions. This means not just talking to our friends, but also engaging with our adversaries in an effort to find common ground. It means recognizing that even as we pursue our own national interests, we have a stake in the success of others. And it means understanding that in a world as interconnected as ours, the fates of nations are more intertwined than ever before. Diplomatic efforts aimed at global cooperation require patience, persistence, and a willingness to listen. They demand a recognition that change often happens gradually, through a series of small steps rather than dramatic breakthroughs. They also call for a humility that acknowledges the limits of our power and influence. The truth is that no one country, no matter how powerful, can solve all the world's problems on its own. At the same time, effective diplomacy requires a clear-eyed understanding of our own strengths and weaknesses. It means knowing when to...
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    A Promised Land

    Barack Obama

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