In an interview with NBC television on Friday, Mr.Obama tried to deflect the criticism of his nominee.

VOA: standard.2009.05.30

Indiana Republican Mike Pence continued the criticism of the Obama budget.

VOA: standard.2009.03.17

Despite the criticism of its neighbors, the Egyptian government is believed to be building a wall to cut off the smuggling tunnels used to transport goods and, Israel alleges, weapons to the territory.

VOA: standard.2010.06.01

Another reason was his criticism of the abuse of several French prisoners captured by Indian allies of the English.

VOA: special.2009.04.20

Larsson and the writers he worked with would quickly become the target of threats and hateful criticism from neo-Nazi groups.

VOA: special.2010.08.18

For example,Wal-Mart has received criticism over the years for its labor policies and lack of environmentally friendly efforts.

VOA: special.2009.07.17

President Obama has received sharp criticism from Republicans over the lack of progress in job creation.

VOA: special.2010.02.19

They developed the car because of criticism of the racing industry.

VOA: special.2009.11.03

On Wednesday, President Abbas' spokesman, Abu Rudeineh welcomed President Obama's criticism of the plans for new construction in Gilo.

VOA: standard.2009.11.18

Despite some criticism of the huge U.S.presence, these troops were focused on securing Port au Prince hospitals and delivering humanitarian relief.

VOA: standard.2010.01.20

Ambassador Neumann says the Western nations have painted the Afghan leader into a corner with relentless criticism of his administration's conduct.

VOA: standard.2009.11.17

Press TV frequently criticizes the U.S.and British governments in its new bulletins and its criticism of Israel is invariably scathing.

VOA: standard.2009.11.16

Responding to criticism of the lopsided deal, Mr.Netanyahu said there would be no compromise in the war on terror.

VOA: standard.2009.12.27

While the top police official gained some unexpected supporters, there was criticism as well from various sectors of society, including separatists.

VOA: standard.2009.04.08