I believe that is true. If you make the effort to do the best of what you are capable, trying to improve the situation that exists for you, I think that is success and I do not think others can judge that."

VOA: special.2010.06.10

President Obama urged the American people to do all they can to support the aid effort.

VOA: standard.2010.01.13

He told them it is critical to continue the effort to transfer skills and tools to Afghans so foreigners do not need to have a permanent presence there.

VOA: standard.2009.09.04

I really did. I mean,sure, maybe we could do it again, but it's tough I mean the amount of money time and effort that goes into these things puts a huge strain on the city and the resources, so I hope we go for it again but I think it's hard,".

VOA: standard.2009.10.02