Press Room
Republican presidential candidates are talking about our economy and national security. [...]
Looking at the instability we see around the world today, one thing I want the fine men still running for president to not forget is their fundamental responsibility to ensure the United States remains a leader on the global stage. [...]
“America Cannot Afford to Isolate Itself” by Tom Ridge and Donna E. Shalala Miami Herald, January 25, 2012 Whoever places his hand on the Bible next January to be sworn in as president will take an oath to “preserve, protect and defend the Constitution” and provide for the common defense of our country. Keeping that [...]
Development, Diplomacy Alongside Defense Key to National and Economic Security Columbia, SC — South Carolina leaders from the business, military, faith and non-profit communities came together today for a foreign policy forum with a Republican Presidential candidate on America’s role in the world and the importance of development and diplomacy, alongside defense, to our security and [...]
Lew has a demonstrated commitment to development and diplomacy Washington, DC —The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition released this statement from Executive Director Liz Schrayer on Jack Lew’s appointment as White House Chief of Staff: “The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition welcomes the announcement of Jack Lew as White House Chief of Staff. He is a strong [...]
Development, Diplomacy Alongside Defense Key to National and Economic Security Manchester, NH —New Hampshire leaders from the business, military, faith and non-profit communities came together this morning for a town hall meeting with Republican Presidential campaigns on America’s role in the world and the importance of development and diplomacy, alongside defense, to our security and [...]
Long Term Effects Concerning for National Interests Washington, DC — The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition released this statement from Executive Director Liz Schrayer on the Fiscal Year 2012 State-Foreign Operations Appropriations bill: “When you look at the final FY12 International Affairs Budget, it is a mixed bag. In the short-term, we are pleased the agreement [...]
“We Need a President Committed to Global Leadership” by General Anthony Zinni, USMC (Ret.) The New Hampshire Union Leader, December 15, 2011 While the Granite State and the frontlines of America’s fight against terrorism may appear to be worlds apart, our efforts in places like Afghanistan and Iraq have very real implications for families here [...]
“Giving Praise Where It’s Due” by Dan Glickman The Daily Caller, December 8, 2011 I served in the House of Representatives as a Democratic congressman for 18 years and served in President Clinton’s administration as the secretary of agriculture for six more, which is why it may surprise some of my friends and colleagues that [...]
Secretary Clinton’s Remarks in Busan Show Elevated Commitment to Development Washington, DC —USGLC Executive Director Liz Schrayer released this statement following Secretary Clinton’s remarks at the Fourth High-Level Forum on Aid Effectiveness: “We applaud the significant commitment to greater accountability and transparency in our nation’s development efforts, as demonstrated by the decision of the U.S. [...]
