But I don't think it's accurate than to say that the United States government hasn't done everything that we could. We devoted enormous resources and always devote enormous resources to freeing captives or hostages anywhere in the world.
President Obama defends the U.S. government's efforts to free hostages, emphasizing the resources devoted to such operations.
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I think when you understand the complexities of America and the contradictions of America, I don’t think it makes you love it less. I think it makes you love it more.
It shows me somebody who’s not focused on the American people and the job they’re supposed to do.
They're meant to remind us of who we can be, to remind us of what's possible, so we can forge ahead.
America is currently experiencing anger and vision but we are looking for fairness and common sense and mutual respect."
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