Posted Thursday, December 4, 2008
Featured on Episode 11 of the 2008-2009 season
In the wake of a massive terrorist attack in India, President-elect Barack Obama announced his national security team Monday. President-elect Obama says he wants to be surrounded by independent thinkers - even people who don't always agree with him. He put together a "team of rivals" including former foe Senator Hillary Clinton who will serve as Secretary of State. President Bush appointee Robert Gates will remain as Secretary of Defense. Obama will face many challenges when it comes to foreign affairs. The United States is fighting wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and Mumbai, India, is still reeling from the siege over the weekend. Nearly 200 people - including six Americans - were killed in a terrorist attack. Over the weekend, people held candle light vigils to mourn those who were killed.
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