Kerry Leaps to Defense of Hill as Iraq Ambassador

Republican objections only slow down important work

By Gabriel Winant, Newser User

Posted Mar 25, 2009 8:34 AM CDT

(Newser) – Anticipating GOP resistance, John Kerry goes to bat for Iraq ambassador nominee Chris Hill, arguing in a Politico piece that he should be confirmed immediately. Kerry's committee is considering the veteran diplomat's nomination today. Despite Hill’s lack of Middle East experience, he’... Read full story »

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