Introducing James - Wally - Brewster, u.s. ambassador to the dominican republic

Ambassador Brewster: Hola, mi nombre es Wally Brewster. I am honored and privileged that President Obama asked me to represent the United States as ambassador to the Dominican Republic. My spouse Bob and I have traveled the world from the far reaches of Asia to the stunning coastlines of southern Europe, Bob Satawake: but we always return to the beauty of the Dominican Republic. Ambassador Brewster: Over the past 30 years, I've built retail communities and cities across the U.S. and Latin America. I see many opportunities for the United States and the Dominican Republic to increase trade and economic opportunity, improve rule of law, and increase academic and cultural exchanges. We are great fans of baseball. We have followed our Dominican and Dominican-American friends throughout their baseball careers including our close friends Moises and Austria Alou. One of our favorite baseball moments was watching the New York Yankees and the Mets play their final game in the old Yankees Stadium. Whether rooting for our hometown team, the Chicago Cubs, or Escogido, I must confess, nothing was more exciting than watching the Dominican team win the world baseball classic! Growing up in a modest household in a small town in East Texas, I understand the challenges and struggles of families who work day to day just to provide their children with a better life. My parents taught me that all people deserve respect, dignity, love, and opportunity. They also instilled in me a strong belief in God and the values of love and tolerance. Bob and I bring those beliefs and values with us as we come to the Dominican Republic. We are both thrilled to be coming back to our second home in the Dominican Republic, where I'm honored to serve as the United States ambassador. We have lots of hard work ahead as the opportunities are tremendous. Together, we look forward to the partnerships, successes and friendships yet to come. Esperamos verlas pronto.