I've come to Afghanistan to mark a historic moment for our two nations and to do so on Afghan soil. I'm here to affirm the bonds between our countries, to thank American and Afghans who have sacrificed so much over these last 10 years and…

The goal that I set to defeat al Qaeda and deny it a chance to rebuild is now within our reach.

We don't go looking for a fight, but when we see our homeland violated, when we see our fellow citizen killed, then we understand what we have to do.

Today, we celebrate that enduring legacy and renew our commitment to a democracy sustained by the rule of law.

He talked about once you get to the 68,000 in September, there will be a steady drawdown through 2014, until we're out of Afghanistan.

Today I signed a historic agreement between the United States and Afghanistan that defines a new kind of relationship between our countries.

Our goal is not to build a country in America's image or to eradicate every vestige of the Taliban.

The New Alliance is a shared commitment to achieve sustained and inclusive agricultural growth.

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Bad move-@BarackObama released $147M in aid to the Palestinians http://t.co/ZGf87eCQ That money is going to Hamas.

I think it's a good thing. I think it's always good when the president goes to where young men and women are in harm's way.

I really think it's a good thing. And it's always good when the president goes to where young men and women are in harm's way.

I wish the president would explain more often to the American people why Afghanistan -- it's important that Afghanistan not return to a base for attacks on the United States of America.

It's important that we send a message to friends and enemies alike that the United States has a long-term commitment to Afghanistan.

No, I can't accuse the president of that. A lot of people both here and in Congress including Senator Lindsay Graham and Senator Lieberman worked on this strategic partnership agreement and it's important that we send a message to friends…

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