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The Secretary of State, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, is the President's chief foreign affairs adviser. More
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Are you in grades K-6? If so, this area is for you! Join, "Pat, your Passport Pal" and play some fun activities.
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News and Events
Date: 01/20/2010 Description: Tweet, Twitter icon © State Dept ImageCitizens Worldwide Catch the "Democracy is...­" Twitter Wave
(Feb. 1): Lasting two weeks, the global “Democracy is…” Twitter Contest generated personal definitions of democracy in eight languages, from more than 30 countries representing all regions of the world. Full Text»
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Description: Image of four different types of U.S. passports. DEPARTMENT OF STATE PHOTO.Safety Information for American Students Traveling Abroad
(Feb. 1): As spring and summer breaks approach, many students are getting ready for a trip abroad. The majority of students traveling abroad will have safe and enjoyable adventures. However, even with the best-planned trips, things can go wrong.
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Date: 02/04/2010 Description: Youth Exchange and Study Program logo - Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs - State Dept ImageYES Program Member Named As State Alumni of the Month for February 2010
(Feb. 1): The U.S. Department of State has named Faisal Hassan, a Malaysian alumnus of the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program, as State Alumni Member of the Month. Full Text»
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Date: 01/14/2010 Description: Spanish rescuer carries a Haitian child in the aftermath of the earthquake. © AP ImageWhat Innovative Things Can We Do To Assist Haiti in Relief Efforts?
The United States is committed to a swift, coordinated response to the disaster in Haiti. Working with the international community, we are focused on how to sustain this relief operation and how we will help Haiti rebuild. More about the crisis and how to help: state.gov/haitiquake
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Parents and Educators
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Parents and Educators are the most important influencing factors on youth. Here are some resources to help you share the exciting world of foreign affairs with your children and students.
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My Future with the State Department
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Learn how you can join the U.S. Department of State. Help develop a free, secure, and peaceful world. Create, represent, and implement U.S. foreign policy. Experience the world of a Foreign Service Officer. Explore opportunities for students at the Department of State.
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The U.S. Department of State is led by the Secretary of State and includes about 48,000 American and foreign employees around the world. Can you see yourself as a diplomat someday?There are many ways for you to explore U.S. foreign affairs and diplomacy. Find out what's happening at the State Department. Maybe you can join in an activity!U.S. diplomatic history evolved over the past two centuries. Explore some of the most important foreign relations issues.
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The U.S. State Department works around the world. View maps and find out more about other countries, their foreign affairs, and what it's like to live outside of the United States.Why does diplomacy matter? Diplomacy allows the United States to protect its interests at home, advance its global presence, gain international understanding, and support the efforts of U.S. diplomats.

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