U.S. President Barack Obama announces the nomination of Senator Kerry as Secretary of State at the White House in Washington

U.S. President Barack Obama (L) announces the nomination of Senator John Kerry as Secretary of State to succeed Hillary Clinton. at the White House in Washington December 21, 2012. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque (UNITED STATES - Tags: POLITICS)

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