The government must deal with that issue as a matter of extreme emergency."

VOA: standard.2009.07.13

He noted,however,that the U.S. considers Iran to be an important player related to Afghanistan, and sees the issue as a very productive area for engagement in the future Anticipating President Barack Obama's Strategic Review on Afghanistan and Pakistan, Mohammad Mehdi Akhonzadeh said Iran expects measurable change, not rhetoric from the United States.

VOA: standard.2009.03.27

As president in eighteen fifty-three, Pierce was forced to choose between two policies on the issue of slavery.

VOA: special.2009.04.16

An increasing number of white Americans, however,saw slavery as an economic issue.

VOA: special.2009.04.30

Speaking via Skype, Julianne Holt-Lunstad said her research suggests that policy makers need to consider relationships as a health issue.

VOA: standard.2010.07.29

And just as at the regular Olympics, communication among participants from different countries can be an issue at the games.

VOA: standard.2009.09.10

The issue of the king's health is highly sensitive in Thailand as he has faced health concerns over recent years.

VOA: standard.2009.09.21

All that is in General McChrystal's plan. Last week,Defense Secretary Robert Gates appealed for patience as the administration works through the issue.

VOA: standard.2009.09.22

But then again they realized that this would further divide the Hindus and Muslims so they have up that as an issue."

VOA: standard.2009.03.28

Although Arab attitudes toward the United States remain unfavorable, identified U.S.attitudes toward Islam as the policy issue they are most pleased with.

VOA: standard.2010.08.06

Certainly many Copenhagen residents hope that is true and they see climate change as a crucial issue.

VOA: standard.2009.12.06

He indicated the administration intends to make an assessment by year's end as to whether a diplomatic resolution of the nuclear issue is possible.

VOA: standard.2009.09.11

As key mid-term elections near in November, the immigration issue is likely to draw more attention.

VOA: standard.2010.03.21

But just moments after he spoke the debate intensified, as former Vice President Dick Cheney took strong issue with the Obama administration's Guantanamo policy.

VOA: standard.2009.05.21

(Recording) He says the prospect of a summit depends on progress on the North Korean nuclear issue, as well as the state of inter-Korean relations.

VOA: standard.2009.10.23

"The issue is important for my future and my children's future as well."

VOA: standard.2009.12.06

He thinks that the electoral law is an "existential issue" affecting all Iraqis, as well as the future of the country and should not be rushed to a vote.

VOA: standard.2009.10.26