Some personal highlights of Obama's speech in Egypt today, and a video.
Personal highlight passages:
Calls Iraq war of choice.
"Unlike Afghanistan, Iraq was a war of choice that provoked strong differences in my country and around the world."
Israel and Palestine both have a right to live in peace in a secure state.
"At the same time, Israelis must acknowledge that just as Israel's right to exist cannot be denied, neither can Palestine's."
Calls out Muslim nations for their treatment of women and calls for full rights for women.
"Our daughters can contribute just as much to society as our sons, and our common prosperity will be advanced by allowing all humanity – men and women – to reach their full potential."
Directly tells Muslim people we are not at war with Islam.
"In Ankara, I made clear that America is not – and never will be – at war with Islam. We will, however, relentlessly confront violent extremists who pose a grave threat to our security."
Long overdue speech by an American president. I'm very proud to be an American today.
The Fold Blog welcomes all comments as a means of engaging the political debate. Comments from new visitors may take a moment to appear on the site. Some may go through a moderator as well. Please be patient. Click here to read our comment policy.
When one man was contained and powerless outside his own country, he went after him and brought vengeance along for the ride. This is his story as only history can tell it.
Posts
