| 单词 | ambassadorship |
| 例句 | For both Democrats and Republicans, ambassadorships have long been part of a quid pro quo: status for dollars. The quid pro quos of Gordon D. Sondland 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Given the constraints of the ambassadorship, I had limited time to return to the States to interview and could not negotiate a final agreement until I had left the government. The ambassador’s tale: Lessons I learned about success and scandal 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z He had connections in the movie industry, and during his ambassadorships managed to get her, every year for her birthday, the latest James Bond movie — even in the Philippines. T Magazine: Deeda Blair’s Elegance of Conviction 2013-05-31T17:00:11Z Then Connor skulks in to query Mencken on the ambassadorship he was expecting. "Succession" mourns the Roy "family way" in all its tragic glory 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z He said that he was inspired by her program for encouraging students to read and write in different genres and that she was enthusiastic about the ambassadorship. Library of Congress Anoints Graphic Novelist as Ambassador for Young People’s Literature 2016-01-04T05:00:00Z Ma described his role as "a kind of ambassadorship for our city, for our country, for musical values which are in fact human values." Yo-Yo Ma to continue work at Chicago Symphony 2012-10-17T22:12:08Z My first preference for life after the ambassadorship was to become a paid television commentator and to leverage it to join the speakers’ circuit. The ambassador’s tale: Lessons I learned about success and scandal 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z Then he’s asked to resign — the president wants to appoint a fresh face for his second term — and is offered an obscure ambassadorship as a consolation prize. The truth behind the ‘designated survivor,’ the president of the post-apocalypse 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z Jean, unsurprisingly, says nothing about the circumstances surrounding the end of her father’s ambassadorship — that his pleas for appeasement with Hitler had outlasted even Chamberlain’s. Jean Kennedy Smith Remembers Growing Up Kennedy 2016-11-15T05:00:00Z The latest rumor has her up for an ambassadorship, perhaps to Japan, perhaps to Canada. Caroline Kennedy returns to poetry for 10th book 2013-03-31T14:41:14Z Invest in expanding the process to assess teaching, community ambassadorship and their ability to act as a public-facing artist. Musicians on How to Bring Racial Equity to Auditions 2020-09-10T04:00:00Z Grants, freebies and cultural ambassadorships are one thing, but how to quantify the sheer affection Mr. McIntyre and his organization engender? Boise and Trey McIntyre Project in a Deep Passion 2010-08-13T19:05:00Z Indeed, when discussing such personal attacks before I was selected for the ambassadorship, the president had once told me simply not to watch or listen, to instead turn the channel to ESPN. The ambassador’s tale: Lessons I learned about success and scandal 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z Trailing an office scandal in Tel Aviv, Davey sees the situation in Ukraine as his chance to impress the boys upstairs, possibly even win an ambassadorship. Review | A.D. Miller’s ‘Independence Square’ imagines how one diplomat tried to secretly manage Ukraine’s revolution 2020-02-18T05:00:00Z “It was Neil bringing his star power and ambassadorship, telling people it wasn’t going to scare them,” Mitchell says. Decades later, ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’ is still bold and fresh 2017-06-14T04:00:00Z This apparent ambassadorship has been much remarked upon, but Hayek says she doesn’t feel she has to be the group’s spokeswoman at all. T Magazine: The Real Housewife of Paris 2011-02-25T21:00:47Z At least since the Obama administration, when Ms. Wintour’s role as a highly effective “bundler” gave rise to much speculation that she was interested in an ambassadorship, either to France or to Britain. Imagining a World After Anna 2018-04-09T04:00:00Z Less than two weeks later, in June 2013, with six weeks to go in the ambassadorship, my life imploded. The ambassador’s tale: Lessons I learned about success and scandal 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z “She has absolutely no interest in an ambassadorship,” a close friend said this week, insisting on anonymity to protect that friendship. For Anna Wintour, Power Is Always in Vogue 2012-06-15T22:24:08Z These brought her marriages to two wealthy men, two outspoken terms in the House of Representatives, an ambassadorship in Rome and an array of honours that culminated in the Presidential Medal of Freedom. A woman of substance 2014-07-17T04:00:00Z Roman corners his older half-brother and conveys Mencken's promise for a sweet ambassadorship to his choice of autocratic states. Wins, losses and regrets: It's all part of the game at this "Succession" tailgate party 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Gordon Sondland, a hotel magnate who bought himself an ambassadorship from Trump, managed to hand a career diplomat textual evidence of his involvement in a likely criminal conspiracy. "Succession," Trump, and the end of the American myth of meritocracy 2019-10-15T04:00:00Z The ambassadorship was announced just weeks after the United Nations passed over several women to be secretary-general. Lynda Carter Deflects Critics of Wonder Woman 2016-12-22T05:00:00Z She wants that ambassadorship, she tells the now politically unburdened Frank. 'House of Cards' Season 3 Episode 2 Recap: Balancing the Eggs 2015-02-27T05:00:00Z Sufficiently chastened, they find Congressman Pierce, bribe him with the promise of an ambassadorship, and watch the House floor with nervous anticipation as the vote finally begins. 'Veep' Recap: An Infestation of Mediocrity 2015-05-31T04:00:00Z The awarding of the post was in keeping with the practice of presidents — both Democratic and Republican — granting ambassadorships to connected political fundraising patrons instead of career diplomats. Seattle business leader, Democratic fundraiser confirmed as ambassador to Barbados 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z For much of the year, the Republican contest has felt much more like a race for second place — or even an audition for a Cabinet position or ambassadorship in Trump’s next administration should he win. Trump rivals try to make headway and other things to watch during the GOP presidential debate 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z Over the weekend, The New York Times reported on the various ways Ms. Reynolds has appeared cozy with Mr. DeSantis, to the growing frustration of Mr. Trump, who appointed her predecessor to an ambassadorship. Trump Is Picking Fights in Iowa, No Matter the 2024 Consequences 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z He said that they promised him any government post he wanted — an ambassadorship, a ministerial position, just not the presidency — if he disclosed the foreign governments and accomplices they suspected were backing his rebellion. ‘No One Can Silence Me’: Paul Rusesabagina on His Captivity in Rwanda 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z Connor, after losing every state and endorsing Mencken, is instead planning for his hoped-for ambassadorship. ‘Succession’ finale: 5 questions to consider as you get ready for the end game 2023-05-27T04:00:00Z After Mr. Biden won the presidency in 2020, transition officials asked Mr. Burns if he was interested in an ambassadorship to Japan or China, according to two people familiar with the dialogue. William Burns, a C.I.A. Spymaster With Unusual Powers 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z It was in large part the result of his television ambassadorship. Len Goodman, stalwart judge on ‘Dancing With the Stars,’ dies at 78 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z But there are still other important ambassadorships, such as to Italy, that sit empty with no nominee on the horizon. Opinion | The government can’t operate efficiently with so many posts vacant 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z The vacancy in the ambassadorship has left a significant diplomatic gap for the administration at a time of rising global tensions, including China’s increasingly assertive presence in the Pacific region and Russia’s war with Ukraine. Garcetti’s long-stalled India-envoy nomination faces Senate 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z Qin Gang, who recently vacated the ambassadorship in Washington to become foreign minister, has not publicly commented on the incident. After the balloon, China works on fixing U.S. ties while still looking tough 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z Biden will need to turn to the same Wall Street and tech industry donors his administration has sometimes demonized, and who have at times felt ignored and passed over for international ambassadorships. Exclusive: Biden to court wealthy donors as he preps 2024 campaign in coming weeks - sources 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z China's newly-appointed foreign minister Mr Qin served as spokesperson before he was promoted inside the ministry and then given the prestigious US ambassadorship. Zhao Lijian: China reassigns combative ‘Wolf Warrior’ diplomat 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z A coach has three primary responsibilities — the technical aspects of coaching, recruiting and ambassadorship of his program. Analysis: Four sorely needed fixes for UCLA football heading into the 2023 season 2022-12-31T05:00:00Z We already have chronicled the disconnect between owner Woody Johnson and Saleh, whose hiring Johnson played no significant role in while he was serving an ambassadorship abroad. Analysis | Zach Wilson’s time in New York is ending like this Jets season: Badly 2022-12-27T05:00:00Z In a draft announcement that became public, Loudoun County Public Schools described the ambassadorship as “specifically for students of Color.” Judge says chief justice’s ‘cute phrase’ on racism not helpful in Va. case 2022-12-11T05:00:00Z In a 2009 article about “well-heeled political supporters” receiving ambassadorships, The Wall Street Journal commended Mr. Blinken as an outlier, an example of a financial donor who also worked hard “to serve one’s country.” Donald Blinken, Ambassador, Financier and Art Patron, Dies at 96 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z Currently, the U.S. only has an “Arctic coordinator” position, which will be stepped up into the ambassadorship. Biden to create Arctic ambassador position to shore up competition with China and Russia 2022-08-27T04:00:00Z Guiteau himself had wanted to be rewarded for his political support—he had written a speech for the Garfield campaign—with an ambassadorship to France. U.S. History 2014-12-30T00:00:00Z After Washington-based assignments, he worked as deputy chief of mission in Lisbon from 1978 to 1983, spent two years as deputy assistant secretary of state for consular affairs, then began his ambassadorships. Community deaths 2022-05-02T04:00:00Z The administration’s special envoy to North Korea, Sung Kim, is juggling the assignment with his ambassadorship to Indonesia. Rejecting ‘Love Letters’ to North Korea, Biden Offers Carrots and Sticks Instead 2022-05-21T04:00:00Z Nominees for ambassadorships have often been rubber-stamped by both parties over the years, regardless of qualifications and often as payoffs to political donors. Column: Grassley's probe slams Garcetti. Partly deserved, but partly a partisan hit? 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z Many nominees for ambassadorships have waited months to be confirmed by the Senate in recent years, reflecting Washington's deep partisan divisions. Smooth sailing seen for Biden Ukraine ambassador pick in U.S. Senate 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z About one-third of American ambassadorships in Latin America and the Caribbean remain unfilled. With Us or With Them? In a New Cold War, How About Neither. 2022-04-24T04:00:00Z Ms. Titus sought an ambassadorship but didn’t get one because Democrats couldn’t risk losing her seat. House Democrats Push Biden to Build a Better Midterm Message 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z Some ambassadorships are much desired political plums, and whenever a new President moves into the White House, he typically makes many new appointments. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z His ambassadorship will become official after he presents his credentials to Emperor Naruhito in a palace ceremony. New US envoy to Japan meets Kishida, vows to deepen alliance 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z Presidents have typically rewarded donors and key supporters with sought-after ambassadorships. Biden names major Democratic donors as UK, Brazil envoys 2022-01-19T05:00:00Z Mr. Cruz got the Senate’s Democratic leaders to schedule a vote on his sanctions bill in exchange for him releasing holds on dozens of Mr. Biden’s nominees for ambassadorships. Senate Democrats to block GOP bill to sanction Russian pipeline, rebuke Biden 2022-01-13T05:00:00Z Mr. Cruz got the Senate’s Democratic leaders to schedule a Jan. 14 vote on his sanctions bill in exchange for him releasing holds on dozens of Mr. Biden’s nominees for ambassadorships. Senate Dems offer sanctions-lite on Russian pipeline as an alternative to tougher GOP bill 2022-01-12T05:00:00Z Too often, Presidents have appointed people to ambassadorships and other major diplomatic posts as a reward for those individuals’ support—financial and otherwise—of the President’s election to office. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z For Garcetti, a high-profile ambassadorship is a reasonable path of retreat from his lackluster stint as mayor; for Biden, a plum ambassadorship is a reasonable way to pay his political debts to the mayor. Op-Ed: Why make Eric Garcetti ambassador to India? 2021-12-16T05:00:00Z He nomination for the ambassadorship comes as he is wrapping up a turbulent two terms, framed by the pandemic and a homeless crisis that has seen encampments spread into virtually every corner of the city. LA mayor to Senate: I never saw sexual harassment by adviser 2021-12-14T05:00:00Z Big donors have scored some prominent postings in the administration, including two ambassadorships last week. Why Biden Donors Are Frustrated: Hurt Feelings and Voting Rights Alarm 2021-11-04T04:00:00Z “The man who helped cover up his murder is being considered for an ambassadorship. Rahm Emanuel has no business representing the United States,” Mr. Jones wrote on Twitter early Wednesday. Rahm Emanuel, Seeking Senate Nod, Discusses 2014 Police Shooting 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z Kennedy’s brief ambassadorship opened a window on his family’s saga by revealing the extravagant character of the patriarch. Review | The schemes and ambitions of Joseph P. Kennedy, undiplomatic ambassador 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z Well, bluntly put, ambassadors aren’t nearly as important these days as they were decades ago, and the higher the profile of the ambassadorship, the less operationally important it tends to be for U.S. policy. Op-Ed: Why make Eric Garcetti ambassador to India? 2021-12-16T05:00:00Z Because if you’re going to accept an ambassadorship, which is a commitment to a particular brand for a long period of time, how much does that benefit you versus them? How Fuck You Pay Me is empowering creators 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z At the State Department, it’s only 21 percent — and that excludes ambassadorships. Opinion | How Josh Hawley, Ted Cruz and an irrational system make us more vulnerable to the next 9/11 2021-09-20T04:00:00Z “That the Biden administration seeks to reward Emanuel with an ambassadorship is an embarrassment and betrayal of the values we seek to uphold within our nation and around the world,” she said in a statement. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slams Biden pick of Rahm Emanuel as Japan envoy: ‘Deeply shameful’ 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z He was a boorish, stubborn man who got the ambassadorship mostly because he donated to Roosevelt’s 1936 reelection campaign and then demanded the prestigious position in return, as a steppingstone to the presidency. Review | The schemes and ambitions of Joseph P. Kennedy, undiplomatic ambassador 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z Where U.S. ambassadorships really count is with medium and small countries — places such as Botswana, Ecuador, Malaysia, Bolivia, Rwanda, Uruguay — where the ambassador truly serves as America’s eyes and ears. Op-Ed: Why make Eric Garcetti ambassador to India? 2021-12-16T05:00:00Z “From a branding perspective, you can’t underestimate the power of it. These fans are buying every product that their idols are endorsing, so all you need to do is get some form of ambassadorship.” China’s Celebrity Culture Is Raucous. The Authorities Want to Change That. 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z But he told the Philadelphia Inquirer that he could not believe it when his name was proposed soon after for an ambassadorship. Johnny Young, ambassador to four countries, dies at 81 2021-08-06T04:00:00Z Presidents often dispense prime ambassadorships as rewards to political allies and top donors. Biden taps major donors for Argentina and Switzerland envoys 2021-08-06T04:00:00Z U.S. ambassadorships can be political plums, with assignments to more ceremonial embassies like those in the Holy See or Paris often doled out as rewards. Waiting for Garcetti: India evaluates its ties with a post-Trump U.S. 2021-07-30T04:00:00Z True, the U.S. has often slotted well-known political figures into high-profile ambassadorships. Op-Ed: Why make Eric Garcetti ambassador to India? 2021-12-16T05:00:00Z The ambassadorship to the Court of St. James’s, along with the one to Paris, is considered among the most prestigious postings for an American president to fill. Biden selects Jane Hartley as ambassador to U.K. 2021-07-16T04:00:00Z Prosecutors said Calk provided a list to Manafort with positions he wanted, starting with Treasury secretary, deputy Treasury secretary, commerce secretary, defense Secretary and 19 high-level ambassadorships. Ex-bank executive found guilty of bribing Paul Manafort in bid to land top Trump administration job 2021-07-14T04:00:00Z An ambassadorship in India would allow Garcetti to work on such issues as pandemic relief, climate change, trade and immigration, offering him new foreign policy experience. Biden to tap L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti as U.S. ambassador to India 2021-07-09T04:00:00Z More recently, parents in Loudoun County, Virginia brought a federal lawsuit claiming that the district's equity ambassadorship program discriminated against White students. Illinois teacher sues school district, claims 'equity' push violates US Constitution 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z Ricchetti is among those tasked with running point on important personnel choices, including the administration’s ambassadorships. Biden whisperer, longtime Washington lobbyist helps secure breakthrough in infrastructure talks 2021-06-24T04:00:00Z Presidents on both sides of the aisle have rewarded donors and key supporters with a significant slice of sought-after ambassadorships. With ambassador picks, Biden faces donor vs. diversity test 2021-05-06T04:00:00Z He was an early fundraiser for Biden and highlights the tendency that most U.S. presidents follow of rewarding their wealthiest supporters with plum ambassadorships. Biden hasn't picked an ambassador to Israel. What does that say of U.S.-Israeli relations? 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z “President Biden has been clear his leadership team will reflect America’s diversity, and that includes ambassadorships,” a White House spokeswoman said Tuesday. Biden donors, friends and former aides expected on first slate of high-profile ambassadors 2021-04-27T04:00:00Z The White House has repeatedly deflected questions about when they still start announcing their selections for key ambassadorships. Biden to meet with bipartisan group to discuss $2tn infrastructure plan – live 2021-04-12T04:00:00Z Mr. Biden, according to White House aides, is open to appointing Mr. Blum to an ambassadorship, which is among the most coveted positions in any administration. Feinstein’s Future Could Swing on Husband’s Potential Posting Overseas 2021-03-16T04:00:00Z As a candidate, Biden declined to rule out appointing political donors to ambassadorships or other posts if he was elected. With ambassador picks, Biden faces donor vs. diversity test 2021-05-06T04:00:00Z Presidents always assign a number of political ambassadorships to those they want to reward, including donors, friends and campaign allies, as would be the case for someone like Adler. Biden hasn't picked an ambassador to Israel. What does that say of U.S.-Israeli relations? 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z During the Democratic primaries, Biden was criticized by his rivals when he declined to promise he would limit the number of ambassadorships going to big donors. Ambassador sweepstakes underway as figures jockey for plum posts 2021-02-13T05:00:00Z When Trump offered her the ambassadorship, she doubtless saw it as a next step, giving her diplomatic experience on the world stage. Opinion | The three women who stole our attention during Trump’s trial 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z Erdan is the first Israeli envoy to hold both ambassadorships since the 1950s. With a conflict over Iran looming, Israel sends a new envoy for the post-Trump era 2021-01-23T05:00:00Z “She was never offered an ambassadorship,” the statement said. Statement: Atlanta mayor turned down Biden’s Cabinet offer 2020-12-12T05:00:00Z But the post led to an ambassadorship to China, and the experiences were valuable when as president he found himself leading a global coalition in Operation Desert Storm. Biden eyes defeated candidates for key administration roles 2020-12-03T05:00:00Z Harry M. Reid’s phone has been ringing a lot lately, with calls from interest groups, friends and potential candidates themselves, all craving one thing: an ambassadorship. Ambassador sweepstakes underway as figures jockey for plum posts 2021-02-13T05:00:00Z Both men could be in line for other senior diplomatic jobs like ambassadorships. An Obama Restoration on Foreign Policy? Familiar Faces Could Fill Biden’s Team 2020-11-09T05:00:00Z Burns, 64, served as deputy secretary of State and held ambassadorships to Russia and Jordan, among other posts, during Democratic and Republican administrations. Who might Biden choose to run State Dept., NSA other foreign policy jobs? 2020-10-28T04:00:00Z But lawmakers on Capitol Hill, including some Republicans, note that ambassadorships and other top diplomatic posts remain unfilled while routinely rejecting budget cuts to diplomatic and foreign aid programs. State Department establishment hopes to regain clout in Biden administration 2020-10-25T04:00:00Z Week 74Thirty-eight U.S. ambassadorships remain unfilled by Trump, including posts in key countries like South Korea, Turkey, Mexico, Saudi Arabia and the European Union. Perspective | Trump has shredded norms. Here’s an exhaustive – and still partial – list. While Biden’s transition team carefully mapped out a host of early actions, including Cabinet nominations and executive orders, ambassadorships were considered a lower priority, according to some of those involved. Ambassador sweepstakes underway as figures jockey for plum posts 2021-02-13T05:00:00Z He handed them appointments to task forces and ambassadorships, victories as weighty as a presidential directive and as ephemeral as a presidential tweet. The swamp that Trump built 2020-10-10T04:00:00Z He handed them ambassadorships, appointments, presidential directives and tweets. 7 key findings about Trump’s reinvented swamp 2020-10-10T04:00:00Z Following Trump's Feb. 22 announcement that the Canadian ambassadorship would be opening up, DeJoy poured in hundreds of thousands of dollars, records show. Senate Dems probe political donations surrounding nomination of Louis DeJoy’s wife to be ambassador 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z Granting ambassadorships is a common way presidents reward their top donors. Postal chief DeJoy has long leveraged connections, dollars 2020-08-30T04:00:00Z Most donors and friends of Biden who may be in line for plum ambassadorships are applying pressure only behind the scenes. Ambassador sweepstakes underway as figures jockey for plum posts 2021-02-13T05:00:00Z He offered five members ambassadorships and appointed others to advisory roles in his administration. The swamp that Trump built 2020-10-10T04:00:00Z Senate officials familiar with the matter acknowledged to Salon that the timing is suspect, even considering the "norm" of ambassadorships as political gifts. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy donated big to GOP, Trump — his wife got ambassador post 2020-08-18T04:00:00Z Handing ambassadorships to political patrons is a controversial but time-honored tradition for presidents of both political parties. How Democratic Party fundraiser and former ambassador Suzi LeVine came to run embattled state unemployment system 2020-06-02T04:00:00Z Reynolds: Man, look, I'm working on my ambassadorship basically. Ibram X. Kendi: Why the coronavirus is hitting black people so hard 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z “He’s very interested,” Rendell said, “in an ambassadorship in a country with significant importance.” Ambassador sweepstakes underway as figures jockey for plum posts 2021-02-13T05:00:00Z He was nominated for the ambassadorship by President Trump two years ago and confirmed in January. Americans Stranded Abroad: ‘I Feel Completely Abandoned’ 2020-03-18T04:00:00Z He added: "One-fifth of ambassadorships remain unfilled, including critical posts." A Giuliani-Trump foreign policy? 2020-03-08T05:00:00Z There was the ambassadorships ad saying she was the only Democrat pledging not to appoint big donors. Elizabeth Warren: A Populist for the Professional Class 2020-03-03T05:00:00Z Senate sought an ambassadorship in 2018, calling it “an excellent time” to leave state politics and enlisting help from a billionaire casino mogul who is a close friend of President Donald Trump. Kansas Senate leader wanted ambassadorship, Trump ally’s aid 2020-02-21T05:00:00Z “That may be tough news to hear for people who are interested in ambassadorship roles, but he has not had a conversation about that.” Ambassador sweepstakes underway as figures jockey for plum posts 2021-02-13T05:00:00Z Former President Richard Nixon's personal attorney pleaded guilty in 1974 to a Hatch Act violation for "attempting to trade an ambassadorship appointment for contributions" to Nixon's re-election campaign. Watchdog group files criminal complaint against Rudy Giuliani: He “manipulated federal funds” 2020-02-21T05:00:00Z He is not giving up his ambassadorship to Germany or a broader diplomatic portfolio that involves developing a rail path between Kosovo and Serbia. Trump’s New Intelligence Director Faces a Legal Countdown Clock on His Tenure 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z He is expected to retain his ambassadorship while serving as acting intelligence chief. Trump's pick for acting spy chief raises eyebrows 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z Mr. Grenell is expected to keep his current ambassadorship as long as he is acting intelligence director, one administration official said. Trump Names Richard Grenell as Acting Head of Intelligence 2020-02-19T05:00:00Z “There has not been a conversation with the president at this point about who he would like to name for any ambassadorship roles,” White House press secretary Jen Psaki said on Friday. Ambassador sweepstakes underway as figures jockey for plum posts 2021-02-13T05:00:00Z The established, bipartisan practice of giving posh ambassadorships to big donors is a pretty good litmus test. Press Watch: Warren, Buttigieg and the "wine cave": Political media's addiction to phony conflict 2019-12-21T05:00:00Z Then she was on to the “corruption” of the political system and the benefits that Trump had delivered to the “wealthy and the well-connected,” including tax breaks and ambassadorships. The Impeachment Question Democrats Didn’t Answer During the Debate 2019-12-21T05:00:00Z Kathryn Hall was part of a group of contributors who were later rewarded with ambassadorships. Swarovski crystals, $900 cabernet and a Buttigieg fundraiser 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z Trump still nominated her for the ambassadorship, but she ultimately withdrew her name from consideration amid questions about her interactions with Flynn. The Mueller Report Illustrated, Chapter 1: 'This Russia thing is far from over' A consulting company specializing in securing foreign passports for the wealthy touts the privileges conferred by pay-to-play ambassadorship on its website. Dodgy diplomats: how envoys misuse their immunity 2019-12-02T05:00:00Z Sondland is a Trump-lite figure who made a fortune in hotels and donated a million dollars to Trump’s inaugural committee before the President appointed him to the ambassadorship. Gordon Sondland’s Impeachment Testimony for the Ages 2019-11-24T05:00:00Z One million dollars used to be good for an ambassadorship. Opinion | Other Trump products the impeachment hearings have reminded me you should buy 2019-11-21T05:00:00Z The Donald Trump mega-donor who was awarded with an ambassadorship stepped into the impeachment spotlight Wednesday and said the president basically did what Democrats are accusing him of doing. Sondland declares quid pro quo, pundits call testimony damaging to Trump 2019-11-21T05:00:00Z Ideally, this plum ambassadorship would not land him in the red-hot middle of a fast-cooking impeachment crucible. The Strangely Happy Envoy: Sondland Jokes, and Spreads Heat 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z However, The Washington Free Beacon noted that Warren repeatedly voted to confirm several of former President Barack Obama's donors to ambassadorships, even when they lacked relevant experience. Impeachment takes center stage at Dem debate, as Warren takes aim at star witness Gordon Sondland 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z Gordon Sondland, a genial hotelier whose million-dollar contribution to Trump’s Inauguration committee bought him the ambassadorship to the European Union, did not hold back when he appeared before the House Intelligence Committee’s impeachment inquiry. Ambassador Sondland’s Revenge 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z He started this journey as just a typical wealthy Republican doofus, buying himself an ambassadorship and loving his big, dumb president. "We followed the president's orders": Sondland gives up Trump — and everyone else 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z Haley said that when President Trump approached her about the ambassadorship, it was important to her to set both of them up for success. Nikki Haley on her job as UN ambassador: President Trump was 'true to his word' 2019-11-12T05:00:00Z Now you might think this donation history, coupled with Trump’s decision to award him an ambassadorship, would inoculate him against accusations of anti-Trump bias. Opinion | We thought Trump was the biggest con man. We were all wrong. 2019-11-11T05:00:00Z For much of the country’s first 150 years, ambassadorships were distributed almost entirely to the rich and well-connected. Opinion | We can’t trust our foreign policy to amateurs 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z Yet once Trump won, Sondland donated $1 million to his inauguration to buy himself an ambassadorship, and then worked slavishly for the president’s approval. Opinion | How Did Gordon Sondland Think This Was Going to End? 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z And beyond that, he was so inexperienced as a diplomat — a wealthy Republican donor rewarded with an ambassadorship — that one top White House foreign policy adviser complained he was a national security risk. Gordon Sondland Elbowed His Way Into Ukraine Policy. It Could Cost Him. 2019-10-16T04:00:00Z But political appointments to ambassadorships are plumb positions, typically reserved for a president’s biggest supporters. Sondland faces local backlash denying Trump deal in Ukraine 2019-10-11T04:00:00Z It has long been a tradition for presidents from both parties to nominate major donors and campaign supporters for ambassadorships. U.S. Senate confirms Trump donor Rakolta as ambassador to UAE 2019-09-17T04:00:00Z Most other major powers — France, Japan, the United Kingdom — restrict their important ambassadorships to seasoned career diplomats. Opinion | We can’t trust our foreign policy to amateurs 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z According to The Post, Sondland had envied some of his rich friends who’d been given ambassadorships in the past, and coveted one of his own. Opinion | How Did Gordon Sondland Think This Was Going to End? 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z He had hoped to be rewarded, he told Mr. Nierenberg, with an ambassadorship in a German-speaking country. Gordon Sondland Elbowed His Way Into Ukraine Policy. It Could Cost Him. 2019-10-16T04:00:00Z Four months into his ambassadorship, Albania's football team travelled to Serbia for a Euro 2016 qualifying match. What happens when an ambassador is summoned? 2019-09-10T04:00:00Z In December, President Trump was planning to nominate Heather Nauert, a former Fox News anchor who was then the chief State Department spokeswoman, for the high-profile ambassadorship. Kelly Craft, Trump Nominee for U.N. Ambassador, Confirmed by Senate 2019-07-31T04:00:00Z He must resign from his ambassadorship before officially entering the race. Trump says Ambassador to Japan Bill Hagerty to make Senate run in Tennessee 2019-07-12T04:00:00Z In that respect, he extended Armstrong’s ambassadorship, showing the world the potential richness of cultures blending harmoniously rather than clashing in cacophony. Dr. John and Louis Armstrong: Charismatic ambassadors from New Orleans to the world 2019-06-07T04:00:00Z The list also included 19 high-lift ambassadorships, among them the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Italy. Bank CEO Stephen Calk accused of bribing Paul Manafort for Trump administration job 2019-05-23T04:00:00Z Key ambassadorships — including across the Middle East — are still unfilled, leaving our diplomacy adrift. Opinion | Compete with China? Support a GI Bill for diplomacy. 2019-05-13T04:00:00Z A year later, she created a range of futuristic sunglasses in collaboration with Dior as part of her brand ambassadorship. Rihanna, LVMH confirm new fashion label 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z An overseas posting was approaching, perhaps an ambassadorship, and in Japan, that would sharply reduce her marriage prospects. The Reluctant Bride 2019-04-30T04:00:00Z Today, scores of key ambassadorships and other senior posts remain unfilled. In his first year, Pompeo brought ‘swagger’ but made little progress on foreign policy priorities 2019-04-26T04:00:00Z The April 15 editorial “Incapable and unqualified” brought out the incompetence of many people whom President Trump has named for political reasons to ambassadorships and senior positions in Foggy Bottom. Opinion | Our diplomatic spoils system 2019-04-19T04:00:00Z Still, many ambassadorships remain empty, which he blames on a Senate backlog. Defender of World Order or Trump Mouthpiece? Pompeo Is Tested by North Korea, Iran and U.S. Allies 2019-02-24T05:00:00Z “There wasn’t really a defining moment of her ambassadorship,” he added. Trump to Nominate Kelly Knight Craft as U.N. Ambassador 2019-02-22T05:00:00Z That does not appear to include at least two other Trump customers who were offered ambassadorships, but who declined the nominations. A new reason to find Mar-a-Lago controversial: Trump hires his customers 2019-02-08T05:00:00Z Tiësto went back to Pioneer after his brand ambassadorship period ended. Denon DJ’s new four-channel standalone unit shows commitment to battling Pioneer DJ 2019-01-17T05:00:00Z One by one, Christie turns down labor secretary, homeland security secretary and ambassadorships in Rome and the Vatican. Chris Christie accuses Jared Kushner of political 'hit job' in explosive new book 2019-01-15T05:00:00Z State Department and reviewing executive branch nominations for positions including secretary of state and U.S. ambassadorships. Risch elected to US Senate Foreign Relations Committee 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z President Trump took to Twitter on Monday to blame Democrats for obstructing U.S. ambassadorships. Trump blasts Schumer over delays in approving ambassadors 2018-12-31T05:00:00Z As a Trump confidant, Perdue is often rumored to be on the president’s shortlist when a cabinet post or ambassadorship opens. Georgia editorial roundup 2018-11-28T05:00:00Z Since taking the helm, Pompeo has brought back some seasoned diplomats, but a number of key ambassadorships and senior positions remain vacant. State Department: Enrollment of US diplomats is up this year 2018-10-29T04:00:00Z About 30 ambassadorships remain vacant, including in vitally important countries like Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Opinion | My Year as a Trump Ambassador 2018-10-20T04:00:00Z Many of the 35 country ambassadorships that remain without a nominee are considered smaller and less essential posts, but several key powers — including Australia, Egypt and Mexico — are without a Trump-appointed full-time ambassador. Mike Pompeo blasts Democrats over ‘delay and obstruction’ of key State Department nominees 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z Mr. Trump praised her for shaping the U.N. ambassadorship into a glamorous job. Nikki Haley Played Many Roles at the United Nations 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z As NBC News’ report added, “Federal law may preclude the president from appointing relatives to the U.N. ambassadorship, since it would be considered a post within an executive agency.” Trump: No one would be 'more competent' for UN post than Ivanka 2018-10-10T04:00:00Z Christopher said he likes it so much that he hopes to maintain some duties when his brother’s ambassadorship is done. FLM All 32: Team-by-team NFL notes 2018-09-17T04:00:00Z Espy’s initial fear was that Donald Trump would get McDaniel out of the race — “offer him an ambassadorship” — to make it easier for Hyde-Smith to reach 50 percent on Nov. 6. Opinion | How a Democrat could finagle a win in Mississippi 2018-09-05T04:00:00Z More than 70 positions at the department — including ambassadorships, undersecretaries and assistant secretaries of state who are critical to framing and executing policy — were vacant when Pompeo took office in April. For US diplomacy, special envoys make a comeback 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z Calk also listed seven other senior domestic appointments and 18 ambassadorships — ranked in order of preference — that he would accept. Manafort trial turns from prosecution’s case to his defense 2018-08-13T04:00:00Z Calk also listed seven other senior domestic appointments and 18 ambassadorships - ranked in order of preference - that he would accept. Manafort trial turns from prosecution’s case to his defense 2018-08-14T04:00:00Z Not landing an ambassadorship for her many efforts on behalf of the Republican Party. Review | At the Watergate, scandals, stars and leaky windows 2018-05-18T04:00:00Z The Commerce Ministry’s two main officials for trade talks with the United States, veterans who have negotiated with Washington since the 1990s, were each awarded ambassadorships last year and dispatched to Europe. As U.S. and Chinese Teams Meet on Trade, One Side Has an Edge in Expertise 2018-05-03T04:00:00Z Some 30 ambassadorships still remain vacant, including those to Mexico, Pakistan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia, according to American Foreign Service Association records. For US diplomacy, special envoys make a comeback 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z Harris is expected to be nominated to fill the long-vacant ambassadorship to South Korea, one of new Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s first decisions last week. Trump becomes more dovish toward North Korea, but surrounds himself with hawks 2018-05-02T04:00:00Z Eight of the nine senior staff positions at State are unfilled, as are 60 ambassadorships and 10 of the 22 assistant secretary positions. Senate confirms Mike Pompeo as U.S. secretary of state 2018-04-26T04:00:00Z The ex governor Branstadt was a Trump surrogate and was rewarded with the Chinese ambassadorship. Across Midwest, Farmers Warn of G.O.P. Losses Over Trump’s Trade Policy 2018-04-18T04:00:00Z Mrs. Chennault had hoped her loyalty would be rewarded with an ambassadorship or a major post in the Nixon administration. Anna Chennault, secret Nixon envoy and Washington figure of ‘glamour and mystery,’ dies at 94 2018-04-03T04:00:00Z Eight of the nine senior positions are unfilled, as are 50 ambassadorships and 16 of the 22 assistant secretary positions. Nearly 200 former diplomats are alarmed at the state of American diplomacy 2018-03-28T04:00:00Z State Department officials reject the idea that American foreign policy is suffering because of empty ambassadorships and losses like Yun. Trump receives new foreign ambassadors, but he's yet to name U.S. envoys to major postings 2018-03-28T04:00:00Z For months, scores of President Trump’s nominees for posts from ambassadorships to deputies at cabinet-level agencies have been stalled, awaiting confirmation hearings. Opposing Factions Join to Push Confirmation of a Gay Trump Appointee 2018-03-25T04:00:00Z In many cases, including the ambassadorships in Seoul and the Mideast, Trump has yet to announce a nomination. Trump faults Democrats as top jobs remain unfilled, but he bears blame (and Senate Republicans too) 2018-03-25T04:00:00Z In 1972, when Nixon nominated Mr. Scali for his ambassadorship, he was choosing someone who had spent a year in the White House as an image consultant. Trump, the Television President, Expands His Cast 2018-03-16T04:00:00Z He's about to meet with North Korea, the Russian threat continues to pervade the globe, and key ambassadorships go empty. Analysis | The Daily 202: Pennsylvania special election shows GOP still hasn’t found a winning midterms message 2018-03-14T04:00:00Z But more than a year into the Trump era, most senior State posts remain vacant, as do key ambassadorships to the likes of South Korea, Saudi Arabia and Turkey. Pompeo’s Promise at State 2018-03-13T04:00:00Z Dozens of ambassadorships went unfilled, and most of the senior administrative positions remained vacant. Rex Tillerson: a rocky road with Trump that ended with a 4am surprise firing 2018-03-13T04:00:00Z At the same time, key ambassadorships in South Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo and other nations remain unfilled, along with the continent’s top diplomatic position, the assistant secretary of state for Africa. U.S. Secretary of State to focus on security on first African visit 2018-03-07T05:00:00Z When Mr. Gavin resigned his ambassadorship in 1986, a column in Mexico City’s El Universal newspaper described him as “arrogant, imprudent and meddlesome” and as “one of the most ghastly ambassadors” to Mexico in years. John Gavin, Hollywood actor who served as U.S. ambassador to Mexico, dies at 86 2018-02-10T05:00:00Z The derailment of Cha’s nomination for the ambassadorship in Seoul also sparked a new round of worries in the South Korean press. ‘The hard part is about to begin’: U.S.-South Korean relations fray as Olympics open 2018-02-08T05:00:00Z For this frank analysis, he was promptly dropped from consideration for the ambassadorship. Opinion | Trump has drawn three red lines. They’re all likely to be crossed. 2018-02-01T05:00:00Z Few expected Gov. Sam Brownback, a Republican known for fiscal conservatism, to be around for another State of the State address after President Trump nominated him for an ambassadorship last summer. The Nation’s Governors Spoke, and We Found a Few Surprises. (Yes, Really.) 2018-01-26T05:00:00Z At the same time, key ambassadorships in South Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo and other nations remain unfilled, along with the continent’s top diplomatic position, the assistant secretary of state for Africa. U.S. Secretary of State to focus on security on first African visit 2018-03-07T05:00:00Z Advocates for international religious freedom, particularly conservative Christian groups, have been asking the Trump administration to fill the vacant ambassadorship for months. Pence forced to break tie over nomination of Brownback for religious freedom post 2018-01-24T05:00:00Z Instead, the size of the U.S. diplomatic mission has shrunk, and the U.S. ambassadorship there has not been filled. A year of Trump’s ‘America first’ agenda has radically changed the U.S. role in the world 2018-01-20T05:00:00Z Hoekstra now must attempt to get his ambassadorship on track following his shaky start. The new ambassador to The Hague might be Dutch American, but he’s not like anyone the Dutch ever met 2018-01-17T05:00:00Z All 75 senators nominated to ambassadorships were subsequently confirmed by the Senate. Kansas and Missouri, both alike, indignity 2018-01-18T05:00:00Z Bob Murray, a spokesman for Mr. Brownback, said in an email that the governor “fully expects” to be confirmed for the ambassadorship. Awkward: Brownback Said He Was Leaving as Kansas Governor. He Hasn’t. 2018-01-08T05:00:00Z Angelina didn’t do any sponsorships or ambassadorships for dance brands; competition dancers who do are required to keep their accounts public. Inside the High-Drama World of Youth Competition Dance 2017-12-21T05:00:00Z Senate for 14 years before being elected governor in 2010, and the ambassadorship hasn’t had a high profile since its creation in the 1990s. Kansas governor’s nomination set to return to White House 2017-12-22T05:00:00Z The same Post article quoted a Republican strategist saying Manigault had input on daily press briefings and that “she carries a lot of weight” with candidates seeking ambassadorships. Reality-show personality to leave White House post 2017-12-13T05:00:00Z In a worst-case situation, they would usually be rotated into a sleepy ambassadorship. Rex Tillerson and the Unraveling of the State Department 2017-10-17T04:00:00Z Critical positions and ambassadorships remain unfilled, leaving the administration hard pressed to implement key policies in Asia or the Mideast — if such policies exist. Tillerson is toast. So is US diplomacy 2017-10-09T04:00:00Z His misdemeanor offense of selling an ambassadorship was neither the first nor the last such arrangement, or apparent arrangement, by a member of either major party in American politics. Herbert Kalmbach, ‘most mysterious figure’ in the Watergate scandal, dies at 95 2017-09-29T04:00:00Z The administration’s disregard for filling ambassadorships and critical State Department posts is increasingly disturbing. Trump’s failure to fill key posts is alarming 2017-09-26T04:00:00Z Unease about the secretary’s plan has grown while more than a dozen top department management positions and ambassadorships remain unfilled. Rex Tillerson tempers Donald Trump’s rhetoric 2017-08-13T04:00:00Z Brownback is a good fit for the ambassadorship, a position created by Congress in 1998 to protect against religious persecution worldwide. Recent Kansas Editorials 2017-08-08T04:00:00Z Well-heeled: President Trump may be considering two wealthy Southern Californians and major GOP donors for ambassadorships. Essential California: A sobering fiscal reality for Los Angeles 2017-08-03T04:00:00Z “It’s been true for basically the entire post-World War II era that this is what presidents do with ambassadorships,” Jett said. Trump's ambassador picks so far include the usual mix of rich donors and loyal supporters 2017-07-13T04:00:00Z Lewis Eisenberg, finance chairman of the Republican National Committee who helped to oversee Mr. Trump’s general-election fundraising, is reportedly the leading choice for the ambassadorship to Italy. Donald Trump appoints 19 people to ambassador posts 2017-06-25T04:00:00Z The alleged logjam includes what the outside adviser characterized as White House picks for a dozen or more ambassadorships. White House frustration grows with Tillerson over jobs for Trump allies 2017-06-23T04:00:00Z President Trump accused Senate Democrats on Monday of blocking his nominees — particularly ambassadorships — from confirmation, issuing yet another Twitter challenge to Capitol Hill. Donald Trump accuses Senate Democrats of blocking nominees 2017-06-05T04:00:00Z President Trump accused Senate Democrats Monday of blocking his nominees — particularly ambassadorships — from confirmation, issuing yet another Twitter challenge to Capitol Hill. Donald Trump blasts Senate as ‘obstructionists,’ demands approval of his nominees 2017-06-05T04:00:00Z Just eight of 120 State Department posts, including ambassadorships, that require Senate confirmation have been filled, according to the Partnership for Public Service. Trump administration posts 'help wanted' signs for government service 2017-06-03T04:00:00Z For the Foreign Service, however, an ambassadorship is often the pinnacle of a 20- or 30-year career. Diplomats in limbo at a State Department where most leadership is temporary 2017-06-01T04:00:00Z Tillerson is spending about 45 minutes to one hour each week working down lists of candidates for ambassadorships and some other senior positions directly with President Trump or others at the White House, Hammond said. White House frustration grows with Tillerson over jobs for Trump allies 2017-06-23T04:00:00Z To my ears, this sounds more like cultural ambassadorship than cultural appropriation. Perspective | Should white chefs sell burritos? A Portland food cart’s revealing controversy. 2017-05-26T04:00:00Z In addition to the ambassadorship he was special counsel in the investigation of the federal raid on the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas, and served as special envoy to Sudan. John Danforth recipient of Churchill Leadership Medal 2017-05-15T04:00:00Z Her ambassadorship reflects Hilfger’s ongoing strategy to expand its women’s business globally. Gigi Hadid renews contract with Tommy Hilfiger for 2 more seasons 2017-05-11T04:00:00Z For ambassadorships, the focus of each new administration is often on fulfilling campaign and other obligations by filling attractive political slots ahead of career ones, and Trump’s record is comparable to his most recent predecessors. Diplomats in limbo at a State Department where most leadership is temporary 2017-06-01T04:00:00Z Right now, there are nearly 100 unfilled political appointees and ambassadorships at the department. Opinion | The State Department needs to be streamlined — not starved 2017-04-21T04:00:00Z That deal was scuttled after Loria’s name emerged as a candidate for the US ambassadorship to France, lest both parties be susceptible to accusations of quid pro quo. Jeb Bush and Derek Jeter reportedly teaming up in bid to buy Miami Marlins 2017-04-19T04:00:00Z At least three club members are under consideration for an ambassadorship. Trump’s ‘Winter White House’: A Peek at the Exclusive Members’ List at Mar-a-Lago 2017-02-18T05:00:00Z In between ambassadorships, he served as U.S. representative to the European Union and assistant secretary of state for economic, energy and business affairs. Deane Hinton, career ambassador and U.S. envoy to five nations, dies at 94 2017-04-06T04:00:00Z The singer in 2016 also designed a range of futuristic sunglasses in collaboration with Dior as part of her brand ambassadorship, and collaborated on two capsule footwear collections for Manolo Blahnik. Chopard taps Rihanna for jewelry collaboration 2017-04-07T04:00:00Z The Kushners said in a statement at the time that they were pulling the plug on the potential deal because “we do not want this unrelated transaction to complicate” Loria’s potential ambassadorship. Business with China only sometimes a deal-breaker for Trump 2017-03-23T04:00:00Z For Nikki R. Haley, the ambassadorship is an opportunity to burnish her foreign policy credentials. Geert Wilders, Donald Trump, France: Your Friday Briefing 2017-03-17T04:00:00Z For Ms. Haley, an ambitious politician, the ambassadorship is an opportunity to burnish her foreign policy credentials. Delicate but Critical Dance for New U.N. Leader and New U.S. Envoy 2017-03-16T04:00:00Z And recent reports indicate that Brownback is preparing to take a low-profile ambassadorship in Italy that would end his administration almost two years early. Kansas governor's clout wanes amid talk he may take new job 2017-03-09T05:00:00Z “All these people, either through charitable causes or through their actual business, have been involved with money transactions either going from Trump or to Trump, and now they’re being considered for ambassadorships,” Lambiet said. Palm Beach confidential: inside Trump's super-rich south Florida social set 2017-02-19T05:00:00Z When it comes to ambassadorships, the selection process is highly competitive — and highly subjective — and the diplomats said it would be impossible to prove why someone had been blocked from a coveted post. State Dept. Dissent Cable on Trump’s Ban Goes Viral at U.S. Embassies 2017-01-31T05:00:00Z It has, for a start, clarified who the most shamelessly awful people in British public life are, as Trump’s defenders rise like floaters, desperately chasing a cosy ambassadorship or at least a follow on Twitter. No president cares more about size – so let’s show Trump how many of us oppose him 2017-01-28T05:00:00Z How that will be impacted by his ambassadorship is unclear at the moment. How Woody Johnson’s Ambassadorship Might Affect the Jets 2017-01-20T05:00:00Z President-elect Donald Trump tabbed Johnson for the most prestigious ambassadorship in the US Foreign Service on Thursday, exactly 381 days after mocking the man on Twitter for helming a losing football team. Woody Johnson's record as Jets owner bodes ill for UK 'special relationship' 2017-01-20T05:00:00Z Robin Bernstein, one of the 25 founding members of the Mar-a-Lago club, has reportedly been offered the ambassadorship to the Dominican Republic. Palm Beach confidential: inside Trump's super-rich south Florida social set 2017-02-19T05:00:00Z “You get an ambassadorship for booking an inauguration performer?,” he said. Seth Meyers Jokes Trump's Inauguration Schedule Includes an Impeachment Hearing 2017-01-20T05:00:00Z He will not be the first American football team owner to be given an ambassadorship. New York Jets owner Woody Johnson to be US ambassador to UK 2017-01-19T05:00:00Z It looks like that move will pay off with one of the top ambassadorships - a prize that is traditionally given to only the most prolific donors or best-connected political insiders. Trump hints New York Jets owner Woody Johnson will be US envoy to UK - BBC News 2017-01-19T05:00:00Z Two talent bookers claimed Trump’s team offered them ambassadorships if they could get top celebrities – but organizers insist they want a different type of event. Lack of talent: Trump team struggles to line up celebrity acts for inauguration 2017-01-13T05:00:00Z According to Itay Hod of the Wrap, the Trump team has gone so far as offering ambassadorships to agents who can lasso a star, all to little avail. Has Hollywood lost touch with American values? 2017-01-11T05:00:00Z Former Indiana Sen. Dan Coats is being considered for the DNI post but is also being looked at for an ambassadorship. The Latest: Trump is deposed in lawsuit against chef Andres 2017-01-05T05:00:00Z Former Indiana Sen. Dan Coats is a leading candidate for the post but is also under consideration for an ambassadorship. Trump considering plans to restructure intelligence agency 2017-01-05T05:00:00Z Last week, the Wrap reported that two talent bookers were approached by members of Trump’s committee offering ambassadorships in exchange for big-name performers. Mormon Tabernacle Choir will lift voices at Trump inauguration 2016-12-22T05:00:00Z Intense jockeying for ambassadorships in the coming administration has begun. Berlin, Uber, Syria: Your Thursday Briefing 2016-12-22T05:00:00Z Mr. Buchan, who does not know Mr. Trump well, has had blunt discussions about how to best position himself for an ambassadorship, according to people close to the transition. Looking for Clues to Donald Trump’s Ambassador Picks 2016-12-21T05:00:00Z But they lose, narrowly, to the UN’s peerless insult to the living, its honorary ambassadorship for Wonder Woman. A Wonder Woman at the UN? How about a real one? | Catherine Bennett 2016-12-17T05:00:00Z Working in an earlier, Democratic-dominated era, Mr. Obama’s staff used cabinet positions and other top jobs, like ambassadorships, to the same effect. Trump Still Hasn’t Named a Democrat to His Cabinet 2016-12-16T05:00:00Z A spokesman said that Wonder Woman’s two-month tenure was not unusual, noting the brief duration of other honorary ambassadorships, including the single day the “Angry Birds” character Red presided on climate issues. Rex Tillerson, Aleppo, Donald Trump: Your Evening Briefing 2016-12-13T05:00:00Z While a U.N. spokesman told Reuters that “campaigns using fictional characters often lasted no longer than a few months,” that did not seem to be the plan for Wonder Woman’s ambassadorship, at least originally. Wonder Woman's tenure as U.N. ambassador comes to an end 2016-12-13T05:00:00Z “It doesn’t mean that somebody can be a fund-raiser and just have an ambassadorship,” he said. Looking for Clues to Donald Trump’s Ambassador Picks 2016-12-21T05:00:00Z The governor met with Mr. Trump on Tuesday at Trump Tower in New York and talked to reporters after the event but declined to say whether he’d been offered the China ambassadorship. Terry Branstad, Iowa governor, accepts China ambassador post: report 2016-12-06T05:00:00Z In a more normal administration, a person like Mr. Mnuchin would be lined up for a cushy ambassadorship in a pleasant city like Paris or London instead of serving as the nation’s chief economic statesman. Donald Trump Is Betting That Policy Expertise Doesn’t Matter 2016-12-01T05:00:00Z Two sources familiar with the decision told the Associated Press the ambassadorship would be a cabinet-level position, which is at the discretion of the president. Nikki Haley chosen to serve as Trump's US ambassador to United Nations 2016-11-23T05:00:00Z Two sources familiar with the decision, who requested anonymity because they weren’t authorized to discuss it by name ahead of the announcement, also said that the ambassadorship will be a Cabinet-level position. AP Sources: Trump taps Gov. Nikki Haley for ambassador to UN 2016-11-23T05:00:00Z As the intense jockeying for ambassadorships has begun among donors, loyalists to Mr. Trump and, in some cases, people close to his children, his advisers have potentially competing priorities. Looking for Clues to Donald Trump’s Ambassador Picks 2016-12-21T05:00:00Z The US has a tradition of appointing celebrities to ambassadorships. Nigel Farage? How does the UK appoint ambassadors? - BBC News 2016-11-22T05:00:00Z Long before Trump’s victory, back when it seemed like a long shot, I asked Priebus whether he would consider taking a job in a Trump administration — maybe a plum ambassadorship to somewhere. Reince Priebus, Normalizer in Chief 2016-11-21T05:00:00Z It also remains unclear whether the new president will dole out plum appointments — such as ambassadorships — to major donors, a practice embraced by his predecessors, including Obama and Bush. Donors and lobbyists already shaping Trump’s ‘drain the swamp’ administration 2016-11-11T05:00:00Z Wonder Woman’s upcoming ambassadorship will also launch a landmark global campaign supporting the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goal No. 5, which is a mission to “achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.” Lynda Carter and Gal Gadot will be there when Wonder Woman is named an U.N. honorary ambassador 2016-10-13T04:00:00Z He moved on to Jakarta, Indonesia in 2013 where he was serving when nominated for the ambassadorship by the president. Annapolis native Robert Riley new ambassador to Micronesia 2016-10-09T04:00:00Z “Specifically, I said to Governor Christie that if you get elected president, I wanted to lay claim to the ambassadorship of Anguilla,” Mr. Wildstein said. Bridge Trial Focuses on Christie’s Political Tactics 2016-09-30T04:00:00Z Under both Democratic and Republican presidents, campaign bundlers have often landed perks after their preferred candidate is elected, including plum ambassadorships, government contracts and access to exclusive White House meetings and social events. Elite Bundlers Raise More Than $113 Million for Hillary Clinton 2016-09-23T04:00:00Z Ms Murad's ambassadorship "will focus on advocacy initiatives and raise awareness around the plight of the countless victims of trafficking in persons, especially refugees, women and girls," the UN said. Yazidi survivor Nadia Murad becomes UN goodwill ambassador - BBC News 2016-09-16T04:00:00Z Of the top 57 cash cows 18 ended up with ambassadorships. Democrats’ Deplorable Emails 2016-09-15T04:00:00Z Yet we are hardly bothered by the routine practice of presidents rewarding big donors with cushy ambassadorships, appointments to portentous boards and invitations to state dinners. The bribery standard 2016-08-25T04:00:00Z She promises Band that she will call someone who expected to but did not get an ambassadorship. The Real Scandal of Hillary Clinton’s E-Mails 2016-08-12T04:00:00Z Her contract slightly lifted when the terms changed to include print and TV spots and a transition into a traditional ambassadorship. Bloggers and digital influencers are reshaping the fashion and beauty landscape 2016-08-10T04:00:00Z Locke officially ended his Chinese ambassadorship five months later, in February 2014, then started a private consultancy firm in Seattle that works as an adviser to APIC. Former Gov. Locke disputes online story questioning ethics of D.C. home sale 2016-08-04T04:00:00Z If you kick in enough money you can buy the ambassadorship to New Zealand. Editorials from around New York 2016-08-03T04:00:00Z Inside, two stocky men could be heard debating the merits of the different ambassadorships they hoped to earn under Mrs. Clinton. After Lying Low, Deep-Pocketed Clinton Donors Return to the Fore 2016-07-28T04:00:00Z The Olympic committee certainly went for the idea of grabbing a part of Tiger's viewership plus his ambassadorship. Jordan Spieth’s and Rory McIlroy’s Two Approaches to an Olympic Snub 2016-07-12T04:00:00Z For instance, big contributors have always been rewarded with ambassadorships by grateful presidents after elections, so where exactly should the line be drawn? Editorials from around New York 2016-07-06T04:00:00Z Locke doesn’t dispute that he sold his home to Chen in the final months of his ambassadorship, but he noted he reported the sale as required in State Department disclosure reports. Former Gov. Locke disputes online story questioning ethics of D.C. home sale 2016-08-04T04:00:00Z The tenure include ambassadorships in Burundi and the Republic of the Congo. Academic-turned-businesswoman says African advancement lies in capitalism 2016-06-26T04:00:00Z They sought to allay worries about Trump’s discipline, electability and character — and even joked with prospects about overseas ambassadorships being available in a Trump administration. Romney loyalists’ divisions over Trump spill out into the open at Utah summit 2016-06-11T04:00:00Z She was the consummate Washington professional for whom such ambassadorships often serve as rewards for hard work and loyalty to a presidential administration. Chair of the imbecile caucus: Sen. Tom Cotton proudly stands at the vanguard of shameless Republican obstructionism 2016-06-08T04:00:00Z She also designed Star Trek-inspired shades for Dior as a part of her brand ambassadorship with the French fashion house. Guess How Quickly Rihanna's Puma Sneakers Sold Out Online 2016-05-27T04:00:00Z In the months and years that followed, the Obama White House kept giving Republicans key positions throughout his administration – from FBI director to cabinet secretaries to ambassadorships. What if Obama nominates a Republican for the Court? 2016-02-24T05:00:00Z She later accompanied him on ambassadorships to Spain, Denmark and Morocco. Robin Chandler Duke, career woman, ambassador’s wife and advocate for reproductive rights, dies at 92 2016-02-08T05:00:00Z Indeed, several of its former lawyers accepted big jobs in the Obama administration, including ambassadorships and posts in the office of the White House counsel. A 40-year D.C. law firm seeks to stay small, successful in midst of Big Law 2016-01-09T05:00:00Z It has awarded ambassadorships, White House Christmas party invites and parceled out jobs to thousands of party activists. Donald Trump, Republican establishment headed for convention showdown 2016-01-10T05:00:00Z Not yet 40 years old, he was “one of the youngest career diplomats ever appointed to an ambassadorship in American history,” according to the New York Times. Stephen W. Bosworth, three-time U.S. ambassador, dies at 76 2016-01-06T05:00:00Z But there are others, like former Ambassador David Wilkins, who received his ambassadorship from then-President George W. Bush — and might join Jeb Bush’s team. Lindsey Graham faces a looming deadline in his home state 2015-12-01T05:00:00Z The Republican senate is purposely delaying filling critical positions such as ambassadorships and judgeships which is certainly damaging to the reputation and work of the US.” US ambassadors in diplomatic limbo as they wait for Senate approval 2015-11-09T05:00:00Z Gratitude is a virtue, so if Clinton should win the presidency, she might offer McCarthy an ambassadorship to Ireland — or France or Britain or anywhere he wants to go. Clinton wins, Sanders scores 2015-10-14T04:00:00Z Under his ambassadorship - which coincided with the outbreak of war in Syria - the UK took rapid steps to help Lebanon defend its borders. On Her Majesty's Service - in a new way - BBC News 2015-08-24T04:00:00Z He spent two years in Tunisia before being persuaded by George P. Shultz, secretary of state under President Ronald Reagan, to accept the ambassadorship to the Philippines in 1984. Stephen W. Bosworth, three-time U.S. ambassador, dies at 76 2016-01-06T05:00:00Z I remember when donors just wanted dinner, or an ambassadorship. A Campaign Full of Surprises 2015-08-20T04:00:00Z Running for the highest office is often used a résumé-builder, parlaying unsuccessful candidacies into cabinet positions, ambassadorships and media jobs. 17 Republicans want to be president. Only 10 will debate. Why run at all? 2015-08-04T04:00:00Z Prosecutors also leveled new allegations Wednesday, including accusations of a quid pro quo scheme to reward a lobbyist, Herbert Vederman, with an ambassadorship or an appointment to the U.S. Pa. Congressman Fattah indicted on corruption charges from 2007 mayor’s race 2015-07-29T04:00:00Z The representative, Chaka Fattah, a Democrat, spoke with members of the executive and legislative branch in 2008 in order to help the lobbyist get an ambassadorship or appointment to the United States Trade Commission. Chaka Fattah, Pennsylvania Congressman, Indicted on Charges of Misuse of Funds 2015-07-29T04:00:00Z Top fundraisers get access to campaign officials and to the candidates themselves, as well as consideration for plum appointments such as ambassadorships. Clinton’s 2016 bid brings women into male-dominated fundraising world 2015-06-07T04:00:00Z It’s more than being American, or a nice guy, or forming an unofficial dual ambassadorship with McIlroy that would be timely, particularly for those who worry about golf on a macro level. Yes, You Can Call It A Rivalry 2015-05-25T04:00:00Z He cast the move toward restoring the ambassadorship as a "recognition of the progress made and the promise to come." Obama's pick to be US ambassador to Somalia withdraws 2015-05-11T04:00:00Z Many went on to receive ambassadorships and other high-level appointments. In 2016 presidential campaign, the lament of the not-quite-rich-enough 2015-03-24T04:00:00Z And Mr. Walker suggested that Mr. Bush’s early fund-raising strength was mostly a product of his father and brother’s winning support for the family through appointments and ambassadorships. New Hampshire Presents a Hard-Fought Prize for Republicans 2015-03-14T04:00:00Z Other responses to the Florida Democrat included “criminal destruction of evidence,” “giving ambassadorships to donors,” and President Obama’s heavily criticized handling of the Syrian crisis, The Blaze reported Friday. Wasserman Schultz’s ‘favorite’ Democratic policy Twitter request backfires 2015-03-14T04:00:00Z As a result, Obama could, by the end of his presidency, surpass Bush as well as Clinton in terms of the number of fat-cat contributors and non-career folks being rewarded with cushy ambassadorships. No chip on Rep. Ashford’s purse-battered shoulder 2015-03-05T05:00:00Z Once in the White House, Bush nurtured his family’s strong ties to the state by making frequent visits here and tapping local supporters for ambassadorships. As Jeb Bush gears up for 2016, South Carolina is a case study in GOP’s shift right 2014-12-15T05:00:00Z His uncle and predecessor as chairman, William Robert Timken Jr., supported George W. Bush and was rewarded with an ambassadorship to Germany. Timken Bows to Activist Investors, and Splits in Two 2014-12-06T05:00:00Z The clock is ticking down to the end of Democratic control of the Senate — and the likely end of some Obama campaign contributors’ hopes of securing ambassadorships. In the Loop: With Hagel sacked, nobody on the bench? The duke resigned his ambassadorship in 1945, declaring that Franco was “harmful to the interests of Spain.” Spain’s Duchess of Alba, noblewoman with flair, dies in Seville at 88 When the Senate came back last week, there were 32 nominees for ambassadorships pending on the Senate floor, 23 of them career folks. A diverse group tunes in to Obama For example, there are 32 nominees for ambassadorships pending on the Senate floor, 23 of them career diplomats pining to go to places you’d probably never want to visit. Colin Powell’s thank-you tips The Foreign Relations committee has the power to approve or reject Obama's nominees for ambassadorships and top State Department positions before they face a full Senate vote. Power shift in U.S. Senate brings sterner tone to foreign policy debate 2014-11-08T05:00:00Z In a glittering career at the Foreign Office he guided British relations with Persia and Arabia for more than 30 years, rising to a wartime ambassadorship. The diplomat who said 'No' to Saudi oil 2014-11-07T05:00:00Z Mr. Menino, a Democrat, was City Council president in 1993 when the sitting mayor left for an ambassadorship and he automatically became mayor. Thomas M. Menino, Mayor Who Transformed Boston, Dies at 71 2014-10-30T04:00:00Z President George W. Bush awarded him the ambassadorship to Ireland. Tough Punches Traded in Connecticut Rematch 2014-10-14T04:00:00Z This week, the Senate did manage to approve 26 nominees for various posts, including key ambassadorships, with 11 confirmed just before the Senate recessed for the elections. Gingrich holds ’94 election reunion, calls current GOP politics ‘pathetic’ He later moved to Denmark, where, in 1986, he made news as a possible candidate for the ambassadorship to South Africa. Terence A. Todman, U.S. ambassador to six nations, dies at 88 He heard that Nixon was willing to sell an ambassadorship to raise money for the Watergate defenders. John Dean: Nixon Conversation on Sex Life Had to Stay 2014-08-08T04:00:00Z About 20 career Foreign Service officers, waiting for many months for ambassadorships in some rough places, are still awaiting confirmation. As the Senate breaks for recess, Obama’s nominees are left twisting in the wind The president nominated another bundler Wednesday for an excellent ambassadorship, one in beautiful Costa Rica, land of wonderful beaches, volcanoes, tropical forests, zip-lining, exotic fauna and flora, lovely people and no army. Putin has a knack for bringing together U.S. politicians I would say this ambassadorship fits Federer and his playing style as well as his persona to a tee. Wimbledon 2014 Showdown: Roger Federer's Rolex vs. Novak Djokovic's Seiko And More 2014-07-05T04:00:00Z The ambassadorship went to Edward J. Perkins, an African American diplomat who had previously served as ambassador to Liberia. Terence A. Todman, U.S. ambassador to six nations, dies at 88 The White House says 248 Obama nominees are awaiting confirmation — 105 for positions at Cabinet-level agencies, 50 for ambassadorships and 29 for judgeships. Operation Shiite Storm, and the other contest winners The Senate logjam on confirming career Foreign Service officers for long-vacant ambassadorships appears to be breaking. A fix for Washington: More Washington? Also, two signers of the letter to Johnson were approved for ambassadorships without controversy. International drama added to Foreign Service officers’ feud Speaking of those ambassador picks, Loop fans may recall the cringe-inducing performances of two Obama mega-bundler nominees for ambassadorships to Norway and Hungary at their Senate hearings back in January. John Kerry on the fly As U.S. envoy to Spain from 1978 to 1983, he was the first African American to hold a major European ambassadorship. Terence A. Todman, U.S. ambassador to six nations, dies at 88 The Senate continued its slow trickle of confirmations Thursday afternoon before leaving town, filling one ambassadorship and one high-level agency post. In the Loop: Sen. Claire McCaskill believes Secretary of State John Kerry has some explaining to do 2014-05-01T23:31:00Z Many of them served as “Rangers” and “Pioneers” within the vaunted hierarchy of Bush fund-raising, and went on to plum appointments and ambassadorships in George W. Bush’s two administrations. Jeb Bush’s 2016 Flirtations Test Loyalty of Christie Backers 2014-05-01T20:56:49Z The ambassadorship in New York is Iran’s most important diplomatic post. Diplomatic Memo: Lingering Power of Hostage Crisis Short-Circuits Iranian Nominee 2014-04-13T00:27:17Z Abutalebi was among Iran's best and most experienced diplomats, the spokesperson said, noting that he had "ambassadorship experience" in Italy, Belgium and Australia. U.S. may test influence at U.N. by denying visa to Iran envoy 2014-04-09T23:07:38Z Nearly 30 percent of the approximately 145 Obama nominees twisting slowly above the Senate floor are for ambassadorships. In the Loop: Obama and Biden have managed to get a few ambassador confirmations while on the road 2014-03-27T23:40:27Z This is most peculiar, given the large number of qualified Obama mega-fundraisers who have not gotten ambassadorships. In the Loop: HHS official pens a caustic resignation letter 2014-03-13T23:01:53Z Political appointees account for 37 percent of the ambassadorships filled so far during Obama’s tenure, according to the American Foreign Service Association. Obama ambassador nominees prompt an uproar with bungled answers, lack of ties 2014-02-14T14:41:44Z Is the Senate going to routinely ask nominees for ambassadorships whether they’ve ever been to the country? Researching “super dust” and other materials that could reduce the cost of air and space travel 2014-02-11T14:56:55Z “How do you rein someone like her in?” said Dave Spector, an American who has worked in Japan for more than 25 years as a television commentator and who has followed Ms. Kennedy’s ambassadorship closely. A Star Envoy’s Frankness Puts Kennedy Mystique to Test in Japan 2014-01-25T02:37:52Z “But there’s no particular reason to use ambassadorships for domestic political reward without regard to qualification.” Letter from Washington: Appointing Political Friends to Be Ambassadors 2013-12-26T17:25:25Z Mr. Baucus wanted the ambassadorship and pitched his interest in trade and his experience with Chinese industries from his perch on the Finance Committee. Nomination of Baucus Seen as Rare Boon to Democrats’ Midterm Hopes 2013-12-20T01:50:22Z Even then, it’s a notable turnaround from Obama’s first year in office, when he gave only about 10 percent of ambassadorships to political donors -- angering many of those who were left out. Obama ambassador nominees prompt an uproar with bungled answers, lack of ties 2014-02-14T14:41:44Z Should it rule against him, it would make it easier for a recalcitrant Senate to prevent a president from filling ambassadorships, judgeships and executive positions at multiple agencies. The Supreme Court: Something in Washington that works 2013-10-10T15:00:39Z Johnson is seen buying votes with regal grandiosity: here an aqueduct to green the desert for an Arizona Democrat, there an ambassadorship for an Illinois Republican’s chum. Lexington: Hey! Hey! LBJ! 2013-09-26T15:05:59Z Yet, ever since President Jimmy Carter, who limited political ambassadorships to about 25 percent of the total, their number has grown. Letter from Washington: Appointing Political Friends to Be Ambassadors 2013-12-26T17:25:25Z He was later appointed to Polish ambassadorships in Egypt and Greece. Janusz Lewandowski, 82, Polish Peace Envoy in Vietnam, Dies 2013-09-03T00:10:09Z To fill the latest ambassadorship, this one to lovely Portugal, President Obama went to a familiar pool: his list of top campaign donors. Menendez’s charity: Better late than never? 2013-07-30T00:21:07Z By President Obama went to a familiar pool to fill the latest ambassadorship, this one to lovely Portugal: his list of top campaign donors. Obama bundler Sherman gets Portugal post 2013-07-26T14:23:05Z The Obama White House hardly pioneered the concept of giving ambassadorships to top donors — it’s long been standard practice. Those generous ambassadors 2013-07-09T00:01:00Z Whether political appointees or career diplomats, they should accept posts that are located in the developing world - rather than accepting ambassadorships only to European or wealthy nations, says Boyatt. Should political fundraisers become ambassadors? 2013-06-27T23:11:37Z “Now is the time to end the spoils system and the de facto ‘three-year rental’ of ambassadorships.” Top Obama campaign fundraisers slotted for diplomatic posts 2013-06-15T09:46:13Z Like his predecessors, Obama has rewarded many top supporters with coveted ambassadorships and other postings, a practice that campaign finance watchdogs say exposes the influence of money on the system. Obama taps top Native American fundraiser for U.N. human rights post 2013-06-12T22:34:00Z And on the other, she has accepted this ambassadorship, even if it means she is less a sports pioneer than a symbol to be analyzed and debated, thrust into a spotlight that singes her psyche. For Transgender Fighter Fallon Fox, There Is Solace in the Cage 2013-05-10T16:50:38Z Marc Lasry, a Manhattan mega-bundler and contributor to President Obama — and before that to Bill Clinton — dropped out of the running last week for that fine ambassadorship in Paris. Obama’s historic mistake 2013-04-29T23:56:58Z Last week President Barack Obama recommended 10 new individuals for ambassadorships. Should political fundraisers become ambassadors? 2013-06-27T23:11:37Z Some mega-bundlers seeking ambassadorships in East Asia, had early on expressed an interest in a posting in Beijing — despite its horrific air pollution problems. Miami lawyer Wagar is leading pick for Singapore 2013-04-08T20:47:43Z The tradition of rewarding mega-donors and fundraisers with fine ambassadorships dates back many decades and presidencies. Al Kamen: For mega-donors, if price is right, ambassadorship may be, too 2013-04-04T23:34:28Z The tradition of rewarding mega-donors and fundraisers with fine ambassadorships goes back scores of years and through many presidencies. Embassies for mega-donors: A venerable tradition 2013-04-04T15:39:07Z The Japan ambassadorship is an important diplomatic posting for the United States at a time when Washington is keeping a careful eye on China as well as North Korea. Caroline Kennedy may be next U.S. ambassador to Japan 2013-04-01T20:56:20Z Once the president has selected a candidate for an ambassadorship, the individual appears before the Senate foreign relations committee for a confirmation hearing. Should political fundraisers become ambassadors? 2013-06-27T23:11:37Z The gay community had been pushing since the election for an openly gay appointee to a top-tier ambassadorship. Denmark on the radar? 2013-02-20T01:24:59Z Meanwhile, some ambassadorships, including a few of the most highly prized, appear to be headed to some of the top Obama bundlers and contributors. At State, you lose some, you keep some 2013-01-22T23:03:56Z Steve Westly, a California venture capitalist and top Obama fund-raiser, has discussed with administration officials the ambassadorship to China, among other jobs, according to people with knowledge of the talks. Well-Trod Path: Political Donor to Ambassador 2013-01-19T02:33:23Z After returning from his ambassadorship in Japan, Mr. Hodgson was chairman of the Pathfinder Mines Corporation, a uranium mining company, from 1977 to 1982, and served on other corporate boards as well. James D. Hodgson, Labor Secretary, Dies at 96 2012-12-11T02:49:46Z Today about 29% of ambassadorships are held by political appointees, according to the . Should political fundraisers become ambassadors? 2013-06-27T23:11:37Z Mr. Milinkovic, 52, a respected diplomat, lawyer and intellectual appointed to the ambassadorship in 2009, was at the airport to meet a visiting Serbian delegation, officials said. Serbian Ambassador to NATO Dies in Apparent Suicide 2012-12-05T20:24:44Z To that end, Gerber says brand ambassadorship is the key to success. Why 'Tweeting Like Crazy' Doesn't Always Boost The Bottom Line 2012-11-30T15:30:33Z Two of his Republican predecessors resigned for ambassadorships, though one of them, William F. Weld, had his appointment as the envoy to Mexico blocked in the Senate. Mitt Romney Often Away When He Was Governor 2012-10-13T16:24:07Z Political appointees to high-profile ambassadorships are often greeted with skepticism abroad as cronies of the president. Many Obama ’08 Fund-Raisers Now Unavailable 2012-07-25T02:03:14Z It was around this time that Bill Clinton asked the Macker what ambassadorship he wanted for all the work he’d done on his behalf. Terry McAuliffe and the Other Green Party 2012-07-19T15:35:08Z Suzanne Mubarak reportedly thought her husband was going to be named to an ambassadorship. The Tyrant's Brutal Legacy 2012-06-25T05:00:00Z Into the diplomatic posts, where an editor, Colonel Harvey, noted only for his audacity, holds the most important ambassadorship. Behind the Mirrors The Psychology of Disintegration at Washington 2012-02-11T03:03:55.693Z Should their brother consolidate power, at best, they would be allowed to live a comfortable life, holding honorary titles at home or serving ambassadorships abroad. Family Intrigue Shadows North Korea's Secretive Dynasty 2011-12-22T15:25:55Z The position of Irish ambassador to the Vatican is currently vacant, too, and there is talk here of merging it with the ambassadorship to Italy. News Analysis: Ireland Recalibrates Ties to Roman Catholic Church 2011-09-17T18:55:09Z He gave up his ambassadorship in April of this year and later entered the race for the 2012 Republican nomination for president. Utah state agencies to return to five-day workweek 2011-09-05T22:01:47Z President Santos accepted Rivera's resignation and offered him an ambassadorship in Brussels. Colombia Changes Defense Chiefs as Rebel Attacks Rise 2011-08-31T18:29:43Z Eikenberry, who began his ambassadorship in April 2009, outstayed his usefulness once the cables became public, according to most observers interviewed by TIME. Whatever Happened to the Civilian Surge in Afghanistan? 2011-08-09T04:35:00Z They defy the common image that the most committed supporters are deep-pocketed high rollers who write checks for $2,500, the maximum, or the bundlers who get rewarded with access and ambassadorships. For some political junkies, donating repeatedly is way to get fix 2011-08-01T23:53:52Z But, except for the intervals caused by his various ambassadorships and his eventful tenure of the Viceroyalty of India, Lytton was, from 1855 to his death, a diligent writer. The Age of Tennyson 2011-05-31T02:00:36.607Z Huntsman resigned the ambassadorship after a little more than two years and has started to crank up a campaign apparatus. Republican dark horse Jon Huntsman courts New Hampshire 2011-05-20T18:41:17Z Blagojevich floated jobs like a cabinet post, an ambassadorship or running a political action committee funded by rich Obama backers, according to Harris and FBI recordings of conversations submitted as testimony. Blagojevich defense attorney admonished by judge 2011-05-10T05:04:16Z A recent Politico profile that Crowley was already headed toward the door when he made his Manning comments -- but the ensuing flap cost him an ambassadorship. The vindication of P.J. Crowley 2011-04-23T15:01:00Z Commerce Secretary Gary Locke, due to assume the ambassadorship to China, scolded China just two weeks after Hu's visit on the gap between the Chinese government's promises and actions. Foreign firms bidding for China contracts face uneven playing 2011-04-20T09:52:21Z I went over there and did some US ambassadorship camps. Transcript of Ken Griffey Jr.'s press conference 2011-03-17T00:51:06Z President Barack Obama last month that he would resign from his ambassadorship in April. Jon Huntsman to decide on White House run soon 2011-02-17T17:43:18Z Huntsman, the word is, will soon abandon his ambassadorship and enter the 2012 Republican presidential primaries. How not to run for president as a Republican 2011-02-01T01:31:00Z Charles Guiteau, who assassinated President James A. Garfield in 1881 after he refused to offer him an ambassadorship for which he had no qualifications, had earlier joined a utopian religious sect called the Oneida Community. The Peculiar Psyche of the American Assassin 2011-01-16T14:00:00Z In 1993, with a Democrat back in the Oval Office, he hoped for a senior job in the White House or the State Department, but the best he could do was the ambassadorship in Germany. Richard Holbrooke dies: Veteran U.S. diplomat brokered Dayton peace accords 2010-12-14T22:08:01Z And playing along with Obama might even brighten the prospects for, say, an ambassadorship to a sunny Caribbean isle. Conservatives terrified of lame duck session 2010-07-23T20:24:00Z Blagojevich was heard on the tapes pining for a Cabinet post, an ambassadorship or campaign cash in exchange for naming Jarrett or others as Senator. Blagojevich to take stand at corruption trial 2010-07-14T05:20:00Z Many names are therefore likely to reappear, albeit for different ministerial jobs or ambassadorships. 2010-01-05T10:23:00Z My official rank placed me above ambassadorships, but a service of this order had a superior purpose. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 58, No. 359, September 1845 Whether he reached the fort in safety I know not, for we never saw nor heard anything more of his fat ambassadorship; so I suppose he suffered with many hundreds of others during the siege. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment There is surely no need to deny our manhood, or become ashamed of this being that is "I" when He chose it for employment in ambassadorship. The Message and the Man: Some Essentials of Effective Preaching It was an ambassadorship that gave him an infinite pride, for it brought fame and fortune to the American playwright and the American actor abroad. Charles Frohman: Manager and Man Knox knew it; and he knew that his claiming a special message or ambassadorship would be, not so much 'exceeding the bounds' of his vocation, as denying it altogether. John Knox A man who can resign an ambassadorship to pink his man is never in want of a second, specially in his own country. Patsy Through her unfailing tact, her genuine kindliness, and her unvarying readiness to respond to any call upon her time and energy, she has greatly contributed to the success of your ambassadorship. The Life and Letters of Walter H. Page, Volume II In the following letter he notified Colonel House that if he were instructed again to move in this matter he would resign his ambassadorship. The Life and Letters of Walter H. Page, Volume I The man from the embassy said that he was going to talk with the monks about a "white-paper that the two embassies were jointly presenting on the effect of mimetic ambassadorships on the reincarnated soul." A Place so Foreign I'm afraid," said Senator Smith, "that it may mean an attempt on the part of Cresswell's friends to boost him for the French ambassadorship. The Quest of the Silver Fleece A Novel In the seventies Mr. Wright had served a term as city attorney; on the other hand, Mr. Fitch had once declined the Italian ambassadorship. A Hoosier Chronicle This summed up what will be probably the judgment of history upon his ambassadorship. The Life and Letters of Walter H. Page, Volume II I wrote to him frequently, begging him to get quit of the case by some expedient, or even to withdraw himself on the pretext of a royal ambassadorship obtained by the influence of his friends. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 4 Rossi was told that he might retain his ambassadorship if he would formally separate from his wife, at least until she could again leave the stage. The Love Affairs of Great Musicians, Volume 2 You see, it's barely possible, for instance, that there will be a change in the French ambassadorship. The Quest of the Silver Fleece A Novel We even talked about ambassadorships, didn't we, in spite of the fact that ambassadors were making themselves unnecessarily obtrusive that night? Jennie Baxter, Journalist There's an ugly story going about privately as to how he got the ambassadorship. The Great God Success He sees visions of visits to Washington to consult the President upon matters of state, and perhaps he sees an ambassadorship in the misty future. Philip Dru Administrator : a Story of Tomorrow 1920 - 1935 It was then that old Oxenstierna said to his son, who had modestly declined an ambassadorship on the ground of inexperience, "Thou knowest not, my son, with how little wisdom the world is governed." Lectures and Essays She had heard with uneasiness of Cresswell's renewed candidacy for the Paris ambassadorship, and she set herself to block it. The Quest of the Silver Fleece A Novel He was named for an ambassadorship—a very efficient man. The Metropolis He proposed to Calhoun a foreign mission, suggested the same to Clay, favored an ambassadorship for Clinton, and urged the appointment of Jackson to Mexico. Rise of the New West, 1819-1829 I decided to take his seat for myself, so I asked the President to offer him an ambassadorship. Philip Dru Administrator : a Story of Tomorrow 1920 - 1935 Since he already aspired to a foreign ministry or ambassadorship, he reserved the department of foreign affairs for himself, and for more than a year he treated of European diplomacy with extraordinary penetration and accuracy. Honore de Balzac She would have preferred a less ornamental position than the ambassadorship, but there were no other openings. The Quest of the Silver Fleece A Novel It was whisky that bought an ambassadorship for my mother's brother; it was whisky that paid for the French count my sister married; it was whisky that sent me to college. Cupid's Understudy I have for many months been using my influence at Washington to get this diplomatic see expanded into an ambassadorship, with the idea, of course th—But never mind. The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg and Other Stories Mr. Choate told me a delightful story of his last interview with Mr. Evarts before he sailed for Europe to take up his ambassadorship at the Court of St. James. My Memories of Eighty Years |
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