Published 1/12/2009
at L.A. Times - Politics
A warm reception is expected in the Senate this week for her secretary of State confirmation hearing.
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Long considered one of the nation's most polarizing figures, Hillary Rodham Clinton steps into her new role as America's chief diplomat this week with a Senate confirmation hearing that is likely to look more like a tribute than an examination of a controversial politician.
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