Providing Opportunities

" The fourth issue. But I will address is democracy. I know. I know other -- controversy. -- about the promotion of democracy in recent years. And much of this controversy is connected to the war in Iraq. So -- No system of government can. Or should be imposed by one nation. That does not lessen my commitment power. To governments that reflect the will of the people. Each nation gives life to this principle in his own right. Grounded in the traditions. Of its own people and America does not presume to know what is best for everyone. Just as we would not presume to -- the outcome of a peaceful election. But I do have an unyielding belief that all people yearn for certain things. The ability to speak your mind. And have a say in how your government. Government that is transparent. And don't steal from the people. The freedom to live as you choose. These are not just American ideas and they are human rights. And that is why we will support them. Everywhere. There is no straight line to realize this promise. But this much is clear. Government that protects these rights are ultimately more stable and successful. And secure. Suppressing ideas. Never succeeds in making them roll Morton. America. America respects the rights of all peaceful and law abiding voices. To be heard around the world even if we disagree -- him. And we will welcome all elected. Peaceful governments. Provided big government would respect for all -- people. This last point is important because there are some who advocated for democracy. Only when they're out. Once in power there ruthlessly suppressing the rights of others. So no matter where it takes hold and government all the people and by the six a single standard for all who would hold power. You must maintain your power through consensus. Not portion. You must respect the rights but my Norton's. Can participate. -- spirit of tolerance and compliments. You must place the interests but your people -- And the legitimate workings of the political process. Above your party. Without these ingredients elections alone. Did not make it true democracy."

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" But we must address together as religious freedom. His mom had very proud tradition of tolerance. We sit in the history. And Louis -- an important role home during the acquisition. I saw firsthand. As a child and information. Were devout Christians worship freely. In an overwhelmingly. Muslim country. That is the spirit we need today. People in every country should be free to choose and live their faith. Based upon the persuasion. Of the mind and heart and the soul. This tolerance is essential for religion to drive. But its main challenge. In many different points. Among some Muslims there's a disturbing tendency to measure one's own -- but the rejection. But some real suspect. The richness of religious diversity must be upheld. Whether this war -- in Lebanon. For the cops. In Asian. If we are being honest -- fault lines must be close among Muslims as well. At the divisions between Sunni and Shia have led to tragic violence. Particularly in Iraq. Freedom of religion. Is central to the ability of peoples to live together. We must always examine the ways in which we protect. For instance in the United States rules on charitable giving but made it harder for Muslims to fulfill the religious obligation. That's why I'm committed to working we're American Muslims to ensure that they can fulfill suck up. Likewise. It is important for western countries. To avoid impeding Muslim citizens from practicing religion. As they see fit. For instance by dictating what clothes Muslim woman should win. We can this guy yes. Hostility towards any religion behind the pretense of liberalism. In fact faith. Should bring us together. And that's why we're reporting service projects in America to bring together Christians Muslims and Jews. That's why we welcome efforts like Saudi Arabian king Abdullah's interfaith dialogue. And Turkey's leadership in the alliance of civilizations. Around the world we can turn dialogue into interfaith service. To bridges between peoples lead to action. Whether it is combating malaria in Africa or providing relief. After a natural disaster. The six creation. The sixth issue that I want to address. Is women's rights."

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" I know you can tell from this audience that there is a very healthy debate about this issue. I reject the view of some of the west a woman who choose to cover here is somehow less people. But I do believe that a woman who has denied an education is denied equality now. And it is no coincidence that countries where women are well educated. Are far more likely to be prosperous. Now let me be clear the issues of women's equality are by no means simply an issue -- In Turkey Pakistani. Model of -- Indonesia. We've seen Muslim majority countries electric. A woman to lead. Meanwhile the struggle for women's equality continues in many aspects of American life. And in countries around the world. I am convinced that our daughters can contribute just as much to society as ourselves. -- are common prosperity will be advanced by allowing all humanity. Men and women to reach their full potential. I don't believe that women must make the same choices as men in order -- beaten. And I respect those -- women who choose to live their lives in traditional roles. But it should be their choice. Medicine why the United States will partner with any Muslim majority country to support expanded literacy for girls and help young women pursue employment. Through micro financing that helps people live their drinks. Finally I want to discuss economic development and opportunity. I know that for many in the face of globalization is contradictory. The Internet and television can bring knowledge and information. But also offensive sexuality and mindless violence into the home. Trade can bring a wealth and opportunities but also a huge disruptions. And changing communities. Get all nations. Including -- manner. This change can bring fear. Fear that because of modernity we lose. Control over our economic shorts. Our politics -- And most importantly our identities of those things we most cherish about our communities and our families. Our traditions. And -- But I also know the human progress cannot be denied. Don't need not be contradictions between development and tradition. Countries like Japan and South Korea and grow their economies. Enormously. While maintaining distinct cultures. The same is true for the astonishing progress within the Muslim majority countries from following courtroom to Dubai. In ancient times and -- and power tiles. Muslim communities have been at the forefront of innovation and education. And this is important because no development strategy can be based only upon what comes out of the ground. Nor can -- you all young people are. -- Many gulf states have enjoyed great wealth as a consequence of war and some are beginning to focus on broader job. But all of us must recognize that education and innovation. Will be the current streak of the 21 century. And into. Bed and too many Muslim community is there remains under investment in these areas and I'm emphasizing such investment within my own country. They're all America and the pass is focused on oil and gas when it comes to -- the world. We now -- broader engagement. On education we will expand exchange programs and increase scholarships. Like the one that brought my father to America. At the same time we'll encourage more Americans to study in Muslim communities. And we -- match promising Muslim students with internships in America. Investing online learning for teachers and children around the world. And create annual online network so. A young person in Kansas can communicate instantly and we'll be young person in Cairo. On economic development we will create a new core business volunteers to partner with counterparts in Muslim majority countries. How will host a summit on entrepreneurship this year. To identify how we can deepen ties between business leaders foundations. And social entrepreneur -- in the United States and Muslim communities around the world. On science and technology we will launch a new fund to support technological development in Muslim majority countries. And helped transfer ideas to mark to the marketplace so they can and creating more jobs. -- centers of scientific excellence and Africa the Middle East and southeast Asia it. And appoint new science envoys to collaborate on programs to develop new sources of energy. -- green jobs digitize records clean water broad new problems. Today I'm announcing a new global effort with the Organization. Of the Islamic Conference to eradicate polio. Amour also expand partnerships -- Muslim communities to promote. Child and maternal health. All these things. Must be done in partnership. Americans are ready to join with citizens and governments. Community organizations. And religious leaders. And businesses in Muslim communities around the world to help our people pursue a better life. And vicious. That I described. Will not be easy to address. We have a responsibility. To join together. On behalf of the world that we see. A world where extremists no longer threaten our people. An American troops have come home. A world where Israelis and Palestinians are each secure in the state of Guerrero. And nuclear energy is used for peaceful purposes. A world where government served their citizens. And the right trouble all God's children are respect. Those -- mutual interests. That is the world we see. What we can only achieve it together. I know there are many. Muslim and non Muslim. Who question. Whether we can forge this new beginning. Some were eager to stoke the flames of division. In the stands in the way of progress. Some suggest that it isn't worth the effort. But we are -- to disagree. And civilizations. Are doomed to clash. Many more simply be skeptical that real change can occur. There's so much free. So much mistrust -- build. Up over the years. If we choose to be bound by the past. We will never move forward. I want -- particularly services -- Young people. Of every faith and every comfort. You more than anyone. Have the ability. To re imagine a world. -- we make this war. All of us. Share this world war but a brief moment in time. The question is whether we spend that time focused on what pushes a partner. Whether we commit ourselves to an effort sustained. To find common ground. To focus on the future. We -- for our children. And to respect the dignity of all human beings. It's easier to start wars. -- to and the if she's here to blame others. Meant to look inward. It's easier to see what is different about someone. In the five things we share. What we should choose the right path. Not just the easy. There's one rule that wives at the heart of every religion. That we duel until others. As we would have them do -- us. This true. Transcends nations and peoples. Complete and no better than black or white or brown visited -- Christian or Muslim or Joe. It's -- that the -- in the cradle of civilization. And that still -- hearts of billions around the world. It's a faith in other people. That's what brought me here today. We have the power. To make it the world we've -- but only if we have the courage. To make a new beginning and keeping in mind that what has been written. The holy Koran tells us bowl mankind. We have created -- mail. And they feed them. And we have made you in the nation's and trials. That you may know one another. The -- and tells us. The whole of the Tora. This for the purpose of promoting peace. The holy Bible tells us blessed are the peacemakers. Prevail Shelby called the sons of god. If you blow the world. -- can live together in peace. We know that is god there's."

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