Washington Week with The Atlantic

On the Radar: President Obama and Rick Perry on Israel...

Clip: Season 2011 | 2m 38s

President Obama spoke at the United Nations today, defending US policy towards Israel and criticizing the governments in Iran and Syria. Yesterday, Texas governor and GOP presidential candidate Rick Perry attacked the President's stance on Israel and the Arab Spring.

Aired: 09/21/11

Rating: NR

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