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“ Politeness is the result of good sense and good nature. ”— Oliver Goldsmith

Making it personal: a meeting with David Miliband

Making it personal: a meeting with David Miliband

I sat nervously in the middle of the 20th row at the 92Y, listening to a hero speak in his new role: David Miliband, former British politician and the brand new President and CEO of IRC. The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. David spoke eloquently about the crisis in Syria, but also kept things appropriately dark, as this humanitarian crisis must be solved, and solved soon. However, my goal to talk with David was totally selfish. I jumped up as soon as the panel completed and made my way...Read More
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