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Barack Obama: We believe strongly that once Assad leaves, Syria's opportunity for a peaceful transition can move forward.

On the recordAugust 1, 2012
We believe strongly that once Assad leaves, Syria's opportunity for a peaceful transition can move forward.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jay Carney

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