So Turkish strength, in terms of hard power, of soft power, in terms of economic relations, is an asset for any American administration.

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On its own merits, the sport has the speed, strength, intensity and sex appeal to drive solid TV ratings, especially against soft competition during the summer sports calendar that really only features baseball.

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