Posted on 02/04/2011 6:02:41 PM PST by tobyhill
Embracing an Egyptian future without Hosni Mubarak, President Barack Obama on Friday pressed the embattled leader to consider his legacy and exit office in a way that would give his country the best chance for peace and democracy. Obama tried to rally world pressure on Mubarak to make "the right decision" but did not call for his immediate resignation.
"I believe that President Mubarak cares about his country. He is proud, but he's also a patriot," Obama said as Cairo remained a center of protest and upheaval.
The U.S. president said he had urged Mubarak to listen to those in his government and the pleading voices of his people, and decide if he's willing to accept a serious transition out of power.
Obama, limited in his leverage to control events, appeared to adjust his tactics in making brief comments to reporters. Instead of just outlining Egyptian steps to halt the street violence and move toward a freer government, Obama openly played to Mubarak's pride and reputation.
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I have been wondering that same thing. How would obeeeee like it if some country told him to transition out. He’d s-— a brick. Remember barrys senate legacy. A joke
Obozo had better worry about HIS legacy — if there is one.
Obozo had better worry about HIS legacy — if there is one.
IMO, there are no brain cells functioning in the King’s head.
He should be confined in Pelosi or Reid’s house to be fair; not in our House.
Give Hosni a break!
He needs another 24 hours to be sure that the extra 2000 pounds of gold can be stored in the hold of his gitaway.
2000lbs = $38+ million.
So? If I was being run out by some other country’s president and the Muslim Brotherhood, I would also be stocking up for the long haul.
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