I am delighted to extend my warmest congratulations regarding the launch of the John Adams Society. The name that you have chosen for this important alumni association serves as a reminder of the historic alliance that binds the United Kingdom and the United States – an alliance that is built on common values, aspirations, and concerns. State Department exchange programs have played an important role in bringing us closer ...
For more than 70 years, U.S. government citizen exchange programs have invited future leaders from all parts of British society across the Atlantic to meet with their American counterparts. Politicians, journalists, opinion formers, civil servants, academics, union officials, artists, activists, business people and scores of others have all taken part in these journeys of discovery.
I believe these initiatives are crucial to a strong bilateral relationship. There is no substitute ...
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