Nov 12th, 2009 - VOA News
President Barack Obama has told U.S. troops he will not send them intoconflict without adequate support. The president spoke to a militaryaudience in the state of Alaska Thursday while heading to Asia.
Hemade a commitment to the nation's service members, in a refueling stopat Elmendorf Air Force Base on his way to visiting four nations inAsia. "I want you guys to understand I will never hesitate to use forceto protect the American people or our vital interests. I also make youthis promise: I will not risk your lives unless it is necessary toAmerica's vital interests," he said.
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