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For decades, our differences with Iran meant that our governments almost never spoke to each other. Ultimately, that did not advance America's interests.
Barack Obama
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Barack Obama
Age: 63
Born: 1961
Born: August 4
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With respect to Russia, my principal approach to Russia has been constant since I first came into office. Russia is an important country. It is a military superpower. It has influence in the region and it has influence around the world.
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We reject the use of national security letters to spy on citizens who are not suspected of a crime.
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