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Obama will carry friendly message to Muslim world

By Christina Bellantoni
The Washington Times
Posted on Wednesday June 3, 2009

June 1, 2009
The Washington Times

President Obama faces high expectations as Thursday’s speech in Egypt approaches. Analysts consider the speech a major opportunity, however polls suggest Obama faces a steep climb.

“He will face a nation hardened in its negative view of the U.S. and its role in the region, and unconvinced that this or any American president can or will change policy,” said James J. Zogby, president of the Arab American Institute.

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