The Cairo speech is majestic

Transcript - foreign leader reactions, other reactions abroad

We cannot know how effective a mere speech will be--much depends on the execution and willingness of the parties involved. But I'm sure it will be positive, at least at the margins (i.e. help to dampen extremism)

Think back for a moment to over a year ago, before the financial crisis. This was the principal reason for Obama's candidacy, especially during the primary. No one is in a better position to promote peace.