George J. Mitchell, Former US Senator

Initiative Session Date: January 30, 2003

Summary:
Senator Mitchell spoke to the group on the need for the Initiative to mitigate the negative effects of globalization, to remember the primacy of this country’s ideals, reminding us that our power is second to our ideals, and to persevere and be patient in striving for peace and stability.

“If you do nothing else in this endeavor [the Initiative], if you could make the case for economic growth and job creation in these troubled areas of the world, you would go a long way towards helping yourselves and your country.”

     -Senator George Mitchell, Speaking with the Initiative

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