Leon Panetta actually said...

the United States plays a very unique role in the world as far as providing the kind of leadership that tries to advance universal rights, a peaceful approach to dealing with the world that tries to advance good economic and political reform.

Context

Panetta describes the U.S. role in promoting global leadership and reform.

02/14/2011

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