Trade, migration, and modern communications have given us networks of friends and associates in other countries. We owe them much, but the social contract with our fellow citizens at home brings unique rights and responsibilities that must sometimes take precedence, especially when they are as destitute as the world's poorest people.

I believe, as do most people, that we have an obligation to assist the truly destitute.

International cooperation is vital to keeping our globe safe, commerce flowing, and our planet habitable.

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