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'A new beginning' OBAMA PLEDGES NEW BEGINNING

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Published: June 5, 2009

President Barack Obama called for a "new beginning between the United States and Muslims" during a speech Thursday in Cairo. Some topics he addressed:
Violent extremism
"In Ankara Turkey, 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 because we reject the same thing that people of all faiths reject, the killing of innocent men, women and children. And it is my first duty as president to protect the American people."

Arab-Israeli Peace

"The only resolution is for the aspirations of both sides to be met through two states where Israelis and Palestinians each live in peace and security. That is in Israel's interests, Palestine's interests, America's interests and the world's interests. And that's why I intend to personally pursue this outcome with all of the patience and dedication that the task requires."

The Associated Press

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