Barack Obama: “It is now time for us to recognize that we have accomplished a big…”

On the recordFebruary 14, 2011

It is now time for us to recognize that we have accomplished a big chunk of our mission and that it is time for Afghans to take more responsibility.

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Obama emphasizes the need for Afghan leaders to take responsibility for security.

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