2016 Postmortem
Related: About this forumPresidents Get to Meet Important Leaders and Heads of State
As President, Hillary Clinton will have an opportunity for meetings with many world leaders.
Here's an example from President Obama's term in office:
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The Velveteen Ocelot
(115,909 posts)I can't imagine how tacky his state dinners would be, especially after he redecorated the White House after his own hideous nouveau-riche apartment, which looks like Versailles as decorated by Saddam Hussein's pimp. He'd probably have strippers as the entertainment.
MineralMan
(146,338 posts)He's a boorish, rude, unpleasant man. He also has a penchant for insulting people without even knowing he has done that. Not great characteristics in a President. Neither is blustering, which seems to be his main personality trait.
On the other hand, Hillary Clinton has considerable experience with meeting world leaders and has made many good connections during her time as Secretary of State. That works strongly in her favor. She's already a skilled diplomat.
Arkansas Granny
(31,536 posts)is familiar with issues on the international level and has the experience and diplomacy needed to work with other heads of state.
MineralMan
(146,338 posts)Her experience will serve her well in that area.