<p>How did Tom Shannon end up Secretary of State for 12 days? How do transitions work, when one president leaves and another takes office? </p>

How did Tom Shannon end up Secretary of State for 12 days? How do transitions work, when one president leaves and another takes office?

12 Days in the Hotseat

American Diplomat goes behind the scenes to hear real stories from diplomats who lived newsworthy events overseas. Experience the Cuban revolution, Central American insurgencies, the end of apartheid and more through the eyes of those who were there.  A project of Arizona State University.

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American Diplomat goes behind the scenes to hear real stories from diplomats who lived newsworthy events overseas. Experience the Cuban revolution, Central American insurgencies, the end of apartheid and more through the eyes of those who were there. A project of Arizona State University.

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