Leon Panetta actually said...

It's extremely important for the stability of this region that Egypt be able to develop a strong democracy for the future and meet the aspirations of the Egyptian people.

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Leon Panetta emphasizes the importance of Egypt developing a strong democracy for regional stability.

10/09/2011

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