A small reminder of the fringe benefits of being home to a former president.
United States Chief of Protocol Capricia Penavic Marshall will lead the Department of State’s latest Experience America trip to Arkansas with members of the Diplomatic Corps and their spouses during October 21 — 23, 2012. More than 45 ambassadors representing countries on four continents will spend three days engaging with Arkansas’ business and local leaders, learning about the state’s unique and diverse history, and exploring its cultural and historical landmarks.
The Office of the Chief of Protocol has organized a substantive and enriching trip in which members of the Diplomatic Corps will visit Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Bentonville. In bringing these distinguished diplomats to “The Natural State,” the Office of the Chief of Protocol seeks to strengthen America’s relationships with countries around the world by planting the seeds for new international partnerships and providing our visitors with a deeper understanding of our nation’s people and heritage.
More on the jump. Ambassador Marshall, who worked in Arkansas in 1992 on the Clinton campaign, wrote on op-ed for us this week about the visit. The secretary of state, Hillary Clinton, isn't expected to attend, it would appear. She's kind of busy. But I'm thinking there's a chance her spouse might pay a courtesy call.