One of my favorite experiences of being overseas is celebrating American Holidays, like 4th of July. Some of my favorite experiences involved representing the USG!

In Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo 4th of July Celebration at the Ambassador’s residence. The receiving line. From left to right: the Ambassador, his wife the DCM and Sgt. Weitz.

After our official duties are over, celebrating the success of the 4th of July event at the Ambassador’s residence in Kinshasa.

At the American Embassy Celebration in Singapore while the Marines salute the flag.

U.S. Ambassador giving the welcome to the distinguished guests in Singapore.
America is much more than a geographical fact. It is a political and moral fact - the first community in which men set out in principle to institutionalize freedom, responsible government, and human equality. ~Adlai Stevenson