Liberia: Keynote Remarks Delivered by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at the Official Inaugural Ball for Liberian President Joseph Boakai [As Delivered]

Monrovia — Please have your seats. And let me thank you for that very kind introduction. I usually like to keep my introductions short, but you left out two key things that I am extraordinarily proud of. I have an honorary doctorate from the University of Liberia – [applause] – and I have an honorary doctorate from Cuttington. [Applause.] And these are two things I’m extremely proud of.

So good evening, everyone. I want to start by thanking the Chamber of Commerce for hosting us tonight, and…