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Karen Hughes Nominated for Undersecretary of Public Diplomacy at State Department

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Mar 13, 2005 — 1 min read

Karen Hughes, a longtime adviser to President Bush, is set to be nominated for the post of undersecretary for public diplomacy at the State Department. This appointment aims to promote America's image overseas, countering the negative perception in the Muslim world. Hughes' expertise in communicating ideas and her relationship with Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will play a crucial role in shaping this initiative.

Key Takeaways:

Karen Hughes will be responsible for promoting America's image overseas as undersecretary for public diplomacy at the State Department.
Hughes' focus will be on changing the negative perception of the United States in the Muslim world, particularly in the wake of 9/11.
Hughes has a background as a TV reporter and has been a close adviser to President Bush since his governorship of Texas.
She is known for bringing bad news to the president and challenging him on key issues.
Hughes' relationship with Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will be crucial in shaping the public diplomacy initiative.
The appointment aims to improve America's image and President Bush's legacy in the second term.

Statistics:

If confirmed, Karen Hughes will be the first undersecretary of public diplomacy at the State Department.
Hughes has been a longtime adviser to President Bush, working with him since his governorship of Texas.
The initiative aims to promote America's image overseas and counter the negative perception in the Muslim world.
The administration has created a news organization funded by the US, located outside Washington, to send a more pro-American view into the Arab world.
The initiative includes the creation of US-funded newspapers in the Middle East to promote a more positive image of the United States.

Sources:

NPR News and Notes, "Ed Gordon's conversation with NPR senior correspondent Juan Williams on Karen Hughes' nomination"
Taco Bell Corporation,
US Department of State official press releases, Karen Hughes' background

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