Amb. William Brownfield discusses growing up in West Texas, his first tour in Maracaibo, claims of Venezuelan interference in the U.S. presidential election, and the importance of hiring the right mid-level managers.

Published: Dec. 21, 2020, 3:16 p.m.

b"Ambassador William Brownfield discusses his family's history in West Texas, life as a Junior Officer in Maracaibo, how to engage with the media, his tumultuous years as U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela, and accusations of Venezuelan involvement in the U.S. presidential elections.\\n\\nInterview excerpted from the forthcoming book:\\xa0Modern American Diplomacy: A Field Guide to Success in The Foreign Service."