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On the recordApril 30, 2012
I've come to Afghanistan to mark a historic moment for our two nations and to do so on Afghan soil. I'm here to affirm the bonds between our countries, to thank American and Afghans who have sacrificed so much over these last 10 years and to look forward to a future of peace and security and greater prosperity for our nations.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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President Obama emphasizes the importance of his visit to Afghanistan and the bonds between the U.S. and Afghanistan.

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