Mideast speech of Obama offers punishment, praise
President Barack Obama addresses an audience during a campaign fundraising event, in Boston, Wednesday, May 18, 2011
WASHINGTON – In his first comprehensive response to revolts across the Arab world, President Barack Obama is doling out punishment and praise, targeting Syrian President Bashar Assad for attacking his people but also promising fresh U.S. aid to nations that support democracy. Obama is also trying to erase any doubt that the U.S. supports the call for change.
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