Thanks for finding this, Rachel. I especially liked this part:
She put Pakistan on notice that after 10 years and billions of dollars in U.S. aid to this partner in the war on terror, she wasnt convinced that Pakistan seemingly has no clue where the Al Qaeda leadership is hiding, within Pakistan. It was a vintage diplomatic performance the likes of which America hasnt seen since Ronald Reagan famously exhorted Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev to tear down these walls at the fall of Communism.
Thus, despite Pakistanis whining to the world that they are insulted by Clintons untrusting words, the Secretary of State made it crystal clear that it will no longer be possible to continue to take billions in aid with one hand, while whispering our anti-terrorism plans to the enemy. Clinton's message was conveyed and understood loudly and clearly; and no one tossed any shoes her way.
No one ever can ever accuse Hillary of being weak. She was very smart in her handling of this - showing strength and intelligence. Great article.
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