Obama: U.S. Foreign Policy Not Focused Just on Terrorism

The transcript discusses the historical and modern use of terror, highlighting its evolution from a tool used by those unable to gain power through persuasion to a more lethal and ideological form in the 21st century. It emphasizes the US's focused campaign against Al Qaeda, while rejecting the notion of a clash between the US and Islam, advocating for unity against extremism. The speech underscores the importance of rejecting permanent religious war and uniting against divisive forces.

What was a common reason for the use of terror throughout history?

• To divide the world into adherents and infidels

• To prevail by persuasion or example

• To gain power through public support

• To intimidate communities with brutal methods

What is the primary focus of America's campaign against terrorism?

• Waging war against Islam

• Targeting Al Qaeda and its allies

• Reacting to every terrorist attack

• Building safe havens for terrorists

How does the United States view its relationship with Islam?

• As a shared identity with Muslim Americans

• As a permanent religious war

• As a conflict between US and them

• As a clash of civilizations

What is rejected as the misguided refuge of extremists?

• Belief in permanent religious war

• Building and creating a shared future

• Pedaling only fanaticism and hate

• Unity against those who divide us

What does humanity's future depend on, according to the speaker?

• Uniting against divisive forces

• Dividing along tribal lines

• Embracing a nightmarish vision

• Rejecting all forms of religion