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Huntsman Praised at Confirmation Hearing

Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman Jr.
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Utah Governor Jon M. Huntsman Jr.

By Eric Niiler

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Washington, DC – Utah Governor Jon Huntsman had an easy confirmation hearing on his appointment to be ambassador to China. He presented himself as a diplomat paving common ground than a hardliner seeking confrontation. If the reaction of the Chinese media is any indication, he's likely to get a warm welcome in Beijing. Eric Niiler has more from Capitol News Connection.

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