On the recordJune 14, 2009
This is yet another dramatic test for this new president. Since his Cairo speech, especially, the world is looking to him for leadership.
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transcripts.cnn.comThis is yet another dramatic test for this new president. Since his Cairo speech, especially, the world is looking to him for leadership.
Gergen discusses the challenges President Obama faces in responding to the situation in Iran.
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