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ARCHIVED ACCOUNT of State Magazine, the flagship publication of the U.S. Department of State since 1947.
ACCOUNT RETIRED 12/19/2025

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As part of a Department-wide social media review, the State Magazine X account will be archived in the coming days. Since 1947, State Magazine has documented the work of U.S. diplomacy and the people behind it. Its stories and archives remain an important historical record. Thank you to our readers and contributors for engaging with us over the years.

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On the 60th anniversary of Foreign Affairs Day, it was my honor and privilege to celebrate the incredible work of the foreign affairs agencies and pay tribute to those who have died in service to our country. It was especially moving for me as a son of the Foreign Service. It is the honor of a lifetime to work with @SecRubio at the @StateDept, professional home to the finest diplomats in the world! To all my colleagues, thank you for your patriotism, dedication, and service to 🇺🇸.

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Joshua Parker has had many life changing endeavors while working for @StateDept, including meeting his wife. Joining as a Marine Security Guard in 2009, he now serves in the Bureau of Diplomatic Technology enabling diplomats to effectively communicate worldwide. View Joshua’s #MakingAStatement at https://t.co/j0TZ1hLULX

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Working for the @StateDept perfectly aligns with Bonie Chuang’s desires to continue to grow and make a meaningful impact. As a management analyst, she supports and contributes to data driven decisions that benefit the Department’s workforce and the American public. View Bonie’s #MakingAStatement at https://t.co/kIPRy6a0Ih

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Brian Straight began his federal career with @DeptofDefense in 2006, later transitioning to @StateDept in 2011. Between the two agencies he’s spent more than 17 years overseas. Currently as a Foreign Service officer, he brings his experience to @DoDWHINSEC in Fort Benning, Ga., strengthening relationships with military and police leadership in the Western Hemisphere. View Brian’s #MakingAStatement at https://t.co/2zuj3bITtT

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The Foreign Emergency Support Team (FEST) is the U.S. government’s only on-call interagency team that can rapidly respond to critical incidents worldwide to provide specialized assistance to American chiefs of mission. This interagency team ensures American’s safety, and makes the nation and its allies secure and more prosperous. Read about this team in the April 2025 issue of State Magazine:
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Working for the @StateDept perfectly aligns with Bonie Chang’s desires to continue to grow and make meaningful impacts. As a management analyst, she supports and contributes to data drive decisions that benefit the Department’s workforce and the American public. View Bonie’s #MakingAStatement at https://t.co/kIPRy6a0Ih

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Serving in the Peace Corps enlightened Anne Dudte to the impact that she could have by working in the Foreign Service. As @EmbassyConakry deputy chief of mission, she recognizes the important role that she plays shaping diplomacy while representing American values and interests. View Anne’s #MakingAStatement at . https://t.co/dxWbS58k9C

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As the @StateCSO strategic gaming and planning team lead, Zack Rothschild designs and runs tabletop exercise, strategic games, and red teaming exercises to help the Department and interagency partners prepare and practice for possible futures. View Zack’s #MakingAStatement at https://t.co/9mOJ9VDOgX

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In February, Secretary of State Marco Rubio made his first official trip abroad to Panama, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic. This selection of countries underscores the importance of increased U.S. attention on @WHAAsstSecty to make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous. More in the March issue of State Magazine.

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After a decade teaching English overseas, Rob Hollister joined the Foreign Service. He served as an economic officer for 13 years before converting to the Civil Service and is currently a senior analyst covering threat finance issues. View Rob’s #MakingAStatement at
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Serving as a Peace Corps volunteer helped steer Marissa Polnerow toward a career in the Foreign Service. Currently on her fourth overseas tour, her work as a public diplomacy officer has taken her to Nepal, Colombia, Kosovo, and now Rwanda where she’s working to enrich the U.S.-Rwandan relationship. View Marissa’s #MakingAStatement at https://t.co/aVhs27AZbk

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