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NEWS THIS WEEK -
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President Barack Obama says America is back as a world power, delivering a State of the Union address in Washington on today.
He said world opinions about the United States are on the rise‚ and described America as the indispensable nation in world affairs. He talked about extending new ties and influence toward Asia‚ while claiming that old alliances in Europe and elsewhere are stronger than ever. Obama also cited the example of Iran‚ where with U.S. prompting much of the world is now united in applying sanctions over Iran's disputed nuclear program. President Obama outlined a vision for fixing the country. He pleaded for an active government that ensures economic fairness for everyone‚ as his opponents demand that the government back off and let the free market rule. He said generation of heroes has made the United States safer and more respected around the world. For the first time in nine years‚ there are no Americans fighting in Iraq. For the first time in two decades‚ Osama bin Laden is not a threat to this country. Most of al-Qaida's top lieutenants have been defeated. The Taliban's momentum has been broken‚ and some troops in Afghanistan have begun to come home. He said these achievements are a testament to the courage‚ selflessness‚ and teamwork of America's armed forces. The US President said at a time when too many of our institutions have let us down‚ they exceed all expectations. He said they are not consumed with personal ambition and they don't obsess over their differences. He said they focus on the mission at hand.
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