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Lessons From the Edge is an insider’s look not only at the workings of the US State Department’s diplomatic corps, but also to what was happening in Ukraine before this year-long war. The book is a timely memoir by Marie Yovanovitch, an experienced, respected and now retired diplomat who last served as US Ambassador to Ukraine. She is also known for her testimony in Congress’s impeachment inquiry into Donald Trump.

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The Portland Area League is again partnering with the Maine Chapter of the United Nations Association of the USA (unamaine.org), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, promoting US support for the vital work of the UN, widespread awareness of international issues, and the Maine Model UN Conference at USM. 

“'Lessons from the Edge’ is a brilliant, engaging, and inspiring memoir from one of America’s wisest and most courageous diplomats – essential reading for current policymakers, aspiring public servants, and anyone who cares about America’s role in the world.”  — Madeleine K. Albright, former US Secretary of State