"To make real the President’s vision, an opportunity exists for his administration to set a visible and achievable goal that will resonate with the American public. Our country’s security, competitiveness and need for global competency depend on a citizenry that understands and can interact effectively with the world. The Departments of Education and State have created significant programs that build cross-cultural interaction and awareness. These programs, like the Global Connections and Exchange Program, enhance citizen diplomacy through physical and virtual exchanges and build awareness of the importance of knowing about the world."

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