On the recordAugust 14, 2013
We don't take sides with any particular party or political figure. I know it's tempting inside of Egypt to blame the United States or the West or some other outside actor for what's gone wrong.
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transcripts.cnn.com“We don't take sides with any particular party or political figure. I know it's tempting inside of Egypt to blame the United States or the West or some other outside actor for what's gone wrong.”
President Obama discusses the U.S. stance on the political situation in Egypt, emphasizing neutrality.
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