Democrat Kerry Named Chairman Of Senate Foreign Relations Panel
The party's 2004 presidential nominee succeeds Sen. Joseph Biden, who is leaving the Senate to become Barack Obama's vice president, as chairman.
"We have a big agenda ahead of us, just as our country faces big challenges across the globe," said Kerry.
"I look forward to working with all members of the committee to help strengthen America's hand in Afghanistan and Pakistan, work towards global climate change solutions, and end the war in Iraq responsibly," said Kerry, who represents Massachusetts.
-Dow Jones Newswires, 201-938-5500
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Publié le 15 Décembre 2008 Copyright © 2008 Dowjones
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