Arab World says Hopes in Obama are Dwindling

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Arabs across the Middle East are unconvinced the United States will stand up to Israel despite Washington's rare public outrage over plans to build new Jewish homes in a traditionally Arab part of Jerusalem. The skepticism is eroding Arab hopes that President Barack Obama will push hard for a long-sought peace deal between Israel and the Palestinians to end a conflict that has fueled anti-U.S. sentiment in the region. America's dwindling credibility could also jeopardize another major Mideast goal — uniting the Arab world against Iran. Paul Salem, director of the Carnegie Middle East Center in Beirut, said Arab countries… Original Article: Forum: News/Activism

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Arab World says Hopes in Obama are Dwindling

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