Speaking on this occasion, the First Lady thanked UNESCO for its participation in this project, praising the organization's dedication to promote cultural diversity and contribute in building peace by raising awareness on the different cultures of Iraq.

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Her first day back, she thanked us for the flyers.

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Welcoming Mr Ban, the Director-General praised the lasting cooperation between the Republic of Korea and UNESCO and thanked the Secretary-General for promoting education on the international agenda through his Education First initiative.

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As former first lady Laura Bush took the stage, she thanked Jones' widow, Nancy, for giving her the opportunity to speak.

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"The first thing I did was thank Ginnie, and then I thanked God, " Copeland says.

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