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The Speech
Obama quotes from the Quran as he calls for a "new beginning between the United States and Muslims" in Cairo speech Thursday. Recalls his time in Indonesia as a boy, says it's his responsibility "to fight against negative stereotypes of Islam." TRANSCRIPT: Read it here. VIDEO: Watch full speech here. PHOTOS: Obama in Egypt. [...]
The Region Responds
Iran's Khomeini: U.S. cannot transform its image "by talking, speech and slogans." Palestinian Authority: "A good start...a clear message to Israel that a just peace is built on the foundations of a Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital." Hamas, radical Palestinian factions: "Obama's speech is an attempt to mislead people and create more illusions..." Israeli settlement leaders: [...]
What the U.S. Media's Saying
NYT: "The president delivered a sweeping message that was forceful and, at times, scolding as he promoted democracy..." WashPost: "The speech at times had the feel of a history lesson as Obama listed the accomplishments of Muslims in America..." Politico: "(It) was remarkable and historic not so much for the delivery or even the words, but for [...]
Liz Cheney: Obama Speech "Troubling"
Former VP's daughter tells MSNBC she "was troubled by the extent to which I heard moral relativism." But adds: "There is a good message to be sent that the president is named Barack Hussein Obama." Click above to watch.
Candid Conversation
POTUS and Egyptian President Mubarak tell reporters outside Quaba Palace they're spoke "candidly" on Mideast peace, Iran and more. Obama says America will continue to work in partnership with countries in the region. Full remarks here. Joint appearance comes after welcome ceremony at Cairo International Airport. VIDEO: Watch it here.
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The Scene In Cairo
The streets of Cairo are lined with police, thousands of them, standing erect every 20 or 40 feet, facing away from traffic to look for threats, even if that means looking directly at a wall. Instead of gun holsters, most wear water canteens on their belts. At Cairo University, where Obama is set to speak, American [...]
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