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Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Richard Holbrooke, his last words.....

Distinguished diplomat Richard Holbrooke died on Monday.  His official role was Special Envoy to Pakistan and Afghanistan, and he worked closely with Hillary Clinton.  According to his family, his last words to his Pakistan surgeon were, "stop this war."  He was nominated for the Nobel Peace prize seven times, and ended the war in Bosnia.  He used his last breath to give us a warning to end this war.  His last moments on this earth were used as a messanger of advice giving wisdom to those left behind, may he rest in peace.  Hillary Clinton praised him at a diplomatic reception on Monday, calling him, "a fierce negotiator, a fiercer friend, a beloved mentor, and an invaluable counselor."