Political Quotes

Barack Obama: Respect for the sovereignty and equality of states constitutes the foundation of this partnership.

On the recordMay 1, 2012
Respect for the sovereignty and equality of states constitutes the foundation of this partnership.
Said by
Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Joint Statement--Enduring Strategic Partnership Agreement Between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Share

More from Barack Obama

Jun 21, 2026

Of course, we did not accomplish everything we set out to do. No administration does. Some of the exhibits reflect unfinished business, in some cases, my own shortcomings and mistakes, in some cases because - as a sign I kept on the…

npr.org
Jun 21, 2026

I hope this center will serve as an affirmation of just how special, how precious our democracy truly is.

salon.com
Jun 25, 2026

I obviously have a room in his head.

salon.com
Jun 18, 2026

They're meant to remind us of who we can be, to remind us of what's possible, so we can forge ahead.

npr.org

Other voices in this conversation