Testimony of the Hon. Dan Glickman and Amb. Mark Green (Ret.)
When it comes to the impact of international affairs programs on our economy here at home, the question is not whether we can afford to continue them but whether we can possibly afford not to.
Reform of Smart Power Programs is Underway During these very difficult fiscal times, it’s obviously imperative that We believe International Affairs programs are must be accountable, transparent and results-driven. The good news is that diplomacy and development leaders have been taking concrete steps in that direction for the last several years.
President Bush’s establishment of the Millennium Challenge Corporation in 2003 and Secretary of State Rice’s ―Transformational Diplomacy‖ initiative enhanced the strategic focus of our development assistance programs. Page 8 of 5