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Originally posted by blorean

I wonder who wrote the speech. Regardless, a powerful one and very traditionally non-american in parts where there are glimpses of humility...

"I've come here to Cairo to seek a new beginning between the United States and Muslims around the world, one based on mutual interest and mutual respect, and one based upon the truth that America and Islam are not exclusive and need not be in competition.
Instead, they overlap, and share common principles -- principles of justice and progress; tolerance and the dignity of all human beings."

"I recognize it will be hard to overcome decades of mistrust, but we will proceed with courage, rectitude, and resolve."

Certain news channels said this speech will make a dent in Obama's popularity at home as the speech (parts of it) could be perceived as him sucking up to Muslims...

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Lou Dobbs already took some shots on Obama last night on his speech. Am sure Obama knew that this could and would damage his popularity back home, but may be he thought this was the right thing to do and the risk was worth taking... or may be they are just another politician's words. Who Knows.

I heard the entire speech. I don't think he was being apologetic at all. He was just reaching out.