{"id":2045602,"date":"2023-09-26T18:22:11","date_gmt":"2023-09-26T22:22:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/hillary-clinton-cant-resist-dig-at-trump-during-state-department-portrait-unveiling\/"},"modified":"2023-09-26T18:24:17","modified_gmt":"2023-09-26T22:24:17","slug":"hillary-clinton-cant-resist-dig-at-trump-during-state-department-portrait-unveiling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/hillary-clinton-cant-resist-dig-at-trump-during-state-department-portrait-unveiling\/","title":{"rendered":"Hillary Clinton can&#8217;t resist dig at Trump during State Department portrait unveiling"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fhillary-clinton-cant-resist-dig-at-trump-during-state-department-portrait-unveiling%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2045602&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Hillary Clinton Returns to State \u2064Department for Unveiling of Official Portrait<\/h2>\n<p>Former\u200b Secretary of State Hillary Clinton made a triumphant comeback to the State Department as her official portrait \u200cwas revealed. The timing of the occasion coincided with the return to power of her allies, adding to the celebratory atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>In the Benjamin Franklin \u200bRoom, Clinton expressed her delight at being back and seeing her portrait after a long time. She humorously attributed the delay to the COVID-19 pandemic and her reluctance to\u200c complete \u2062it during\u200b the previous administration.<\/p>\n<h3>A Friendly Crowd and Diplomatic Achievements<\/h3>\n<p>The lighthearted joke was well-received by the friendly audience, which \u200dincluded\u200c her husband, Bill\u200d Clinton, as well as former staffers from his administration. Among them were Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his wife, Evan\u2064 Ryan, who served as an \u200cassistant secretary of state during Barack Obama&#8217;s \u2063second \u200cterm\u200c and now holds the\u200d position of White House Cabinet secretary under President Joe Biden.<\/p>\n<p>Clinton praised\u2064 Blinken for his role in establishing diplomatic \u200dconditions that rallied NATO in support of Ukraine when \u2062Russian President Vladimir Putin launched\u200d his campaign to overthrow Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. She emphasized the importance\u2063 of reinstating a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-red-wave-of-conservative-women-elected-to-congress\/\" title=\"The Red Wave of Conservative Women Elected to Congress\">foreign policy<\/a> that\u2063 aligns \u2062with American \u200cvalues and strengthens alliances, rather\u2062 than alienating \u2064them.<\/p>\n<p>According\u2063 to Clinton, the task was challenging\u200d due to the strained relationships with allies during the\u2064 previous administration. \u2063However, she commended the successful accomplishment of this goal.<\/p>\n<h3>A Salute That Sparks Controversy<\/h3>\n<p>While Clinton&#8217;s\u2063 remarks were met with applause, they are likely to provoke\u2064 criticism from Republican foreign policy\u2064 hawks. These critics had urged the Obama \u200dadministration to provide weapons to Ukraine earlier in the conflict, a move that was not\u200b implemented until 2019. They also argue \u2063that President Biden&#8217;s withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 encouraged Putin to invade Ukraine.<\/p>\n<p>Blinken, on the other\u2062 hand, \u2064praised\u200b Clinton&#8217;s leadership during her tenure at the State Department. He highlighted her commitment to\u200b American values\u2063 and interests in confronting Putin from the outset. Additionally, he acknowledged her efforts \u200bto \u2062modernize diplomacy and invest \u2064in the department&#8217;s personnel.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What challenges did \u2064Hillary Clinton face during \u2063her tenure as Secretary\u200b of State?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  T hanging alongside those of other past Secretaries of State. She spoke\u2064 of \u200cher pride in serving in the highest \u2063level of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/kissinger-biden-must-uphold-trump-admins-brilliant-success-in-the-middle-east\/\" title=\"Kissinger: Biden Must Uphold Trump Admin\u2019s \u2018Brilliant\u2019 Success in the Middle East\">diplomatic corps<\/a> and the \u200bprivilege she felt in\u200b representing the United States on the world\u2062 stage.<\/p>\n<p>During her tenure as Secretary of State from 2009 to 2013, Clinton faced\u2064 numerous challenges and accomplishments. She navigated the complex terrain of international relations, dealing with diplomatic crises, and negotiating important agreements. From championing women&#8217;s rights to advocating\u2063 for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/hillary-clinton-cant-resist-dig-at-trump-during-state-department-portrait-unveiling\/\" title=\"Hillary Clinton can't resist dig at Trump during State Department portrait unveiling\">clean\u200c energy initiatives<\/a>, Clinton left an \u200cindelible mark\u2063 on\u2063 the State Department.<\/p>\n<p>As her portrait was unveiled, Clinton reflected on the meaningful relationships she forged with her colleagues and staff. She acknowledged the hard work and dedication of the State Department personnel, emphasizing that \u2063it is their \u200ccollective effort that keeps the organization functioning and\u2062 effective.<\/p>\n<p>Clinton highlighted the importance of diplomacy as a means to \u2063resolve conflicts and build relationships across borders. She spoke of her belief in the \u2063power \u200bof dialogue and engagement, stating that diplomacy should always be the first option before resorting to military action. She\u2062 stressed the importance of maintaining alliances and friendships with other nations, as it is through collaboration \u200bthat global challenges can be \u200beffectively addressed.<\/p>\n<p>The unveiling\u2064 of a Secretary of State&#8217;s official portrait is not just a ceremonial event; it is a symbol of the role and responsibility entrusted to each individual who takes up this\u2063 important\u2062 position. \u200bClinton&#8217;s portrait will serve as \u200ca reminder of the achievements and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-school-district-promotes-segregated-black-parent-meeting\/\" title=\"California School District Promotes Segregated \u2018Black Parent\u2019 Meeting\">challenges faced<\/a> during her tenure, inspiring\u200c <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/you-have-a-rendezvous-with-destiny-mr-vice-president-on-january-6th-vice-president-pence-will-choose-the-direction-of-the-world-for-years-to-come-like-thomas-je\/\" title=\"\u201cYou Have a Rendezvous with Destiny, Mr. Vice President\u201d \u2013 On January 6th Vice President Pence Will Choose the Direction of the World for Years to Come \u2013 Like Thomas Jefferson Did Centuries Ago\">future generations<\/a> of \u200cdiplomats and public\u200c servants.<\/p>\n<p>The return of Clinton to the State Department for the unveiling of her official portrait holds a deeper significance. It \u2063symbolizes not only her personal triumph but also the resilience and enduring legacy of \u200cAmerican democracy. It is a \u200dtestament to the strength of the institutions\u200d that continue to function and adapt, regardless of political\u200b changes.<\/p>\n<p>For\u2063 Clinton, \u200dthe unveiling of her portrait marks a closure to her chapter \u200bas Secretary of State and reinforces her commitment to public service. As she\u2063 continues to be an influential figure in American politics, her return to \u200bthe State Department serves \u2064as \u2063a reminder that the pursuit of \u2062diplomacy and the promotion of American values remain \u200bat the core of her agenda.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, Hillary Clinton&#8217;s \u2062return to the\u2063 State\u2062 Department for the unveiling \u200bof her official portrait signifies a moment of\u2064 celebration and\u2064 reflection. \u200bIt is an opportunity to acknowledge the\u2062 significant contributions \u2064she made during her tenure as Secretary of State and \u200cthe values she stood for.\u200b Through her leadership and dedication to\u200b diplomacy, Clinton left an indelible mark on the State\u200b Department and the United States&#8217; role in the world. Her portrait will serve as a\u200b lasting reminder of her legacy and an\u200d inspiration for future generations of public servants.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hillary Clinton made a celebratory return to the State Department for the unveiling of her official portrait, an occasion timed for the return to power of her friends.\u201cIt is such a joy to be back here, and I haven\u2019t seen this portrait in a really long time,\u201d the 67th secretary of state joked at a<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2045603,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2045602","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2045602","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2045602"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2045602\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2045603"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2045602"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2045602"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2045602"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}