Barack Obama actually said...

To those leaders around the globe who seek to sow conflict or blame their society's ills on the West, know that your people will judge you on what you can build, not what you destroy.

Context

Barack Obama addresses global leaders, urging them to focus on constructive actions.

01/19/2009

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