Following the terrorist massacre in San Bernardino, President Barack Obama presented his strategy to eradicate the Islamic State terror organization, speaking to a concerned nation.
“Although it was not yet known if the killers had been in contact with international terror networks, President said in his third Oval Office speech on Sunday night that it was clear they had gone down the dark path of radicalization.”
President Obama declared that the terrorist attack carried out by Malik Tashfeen and Farook Rizwan Syed in the city of Southern California last week resulted in the tragic deaths of 14 individuals, stating that it was an act of terrorism specifically intended to harm innocent people.
Obama then turned to the “growing” efforts of “poisoning terrorists’ minds” by offering specific directions on how to attack even if groups don’t commit acts of terror.
Obama vowed to eradicate ISIL and any other group that attempts to inflict harm upon the nation, emphasizing his commitment towards these endeavors and any other endeavors aimed at assaulting the United States.
On December 6, 2015, President Barack Obama spoke to the nation from the Oval Office of the White House, addressing the fight against the Islamic State and counter-terrorism efforts in the United States.
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He expressed, utilizing an abbreviation for the self-proclaimed Islamic State, “That is the desired outcome that entities such as ISIL are anticipating — our triumph will not be contingent upon aggressive rhetoric, forsaking our principles, or succumbing to fear.” “Instead, we will emerge victorious by exemplifying strength and intelligence, adaptability and unwavering determination, and by harnessing all facets of American influence.”
Congress has also been called upon to ensure that individuals who are on the “no-fly” list, which is maintained by the FBI’s Center for Screening Terrorist Activities, are not allowed to board commercial aircraft to fly in or out of the country. Additionally, he called for a guarantee that purchasing a gun is not possible for anyone on the no-fly list.
Obama also reiterated his demands to make it more challenging for individuals to acquire “high-powered” assault firearms.
However, Obama emphasized that he did not seek an extended ground war against the terrorist group. He said that the current strategy includes special forces and airstrikes. Additionally, he called on Congress to vote for authorization to use force against the Islamic State group in the war.
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Obama stated, “This has the potential to spark a discussion once again regarding the government’s digital monitoring initiatives.” I will encourage leaders in the field of technology and law enforcement to enhance measures preventing terrorists from exploiting technology as a means to evade legal consequences.
The president also emphasized that it was “the duty of all Americans” to reject prejudice.
When we travel down that road, President Obama said, we lose when groups like ISIL play their hands against other Muslims, calling for religious tests and measures.
Among the advisers in the White House, there has been particular concern about the heated rhetoric regarding Republican presidential candidates and their messages to Muslims. This concern was reflected in the decision for President Obama to speak about Islamic State frequently in recent news conferences and prime-time television events.
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Obama concluded by stating that organizations combat terrorism in order to make the American people united, prepared, and stronger, emphasizing the idea.
He stated, “America will triumph, I am certain, as long as we remain loyal to that heritage.” He expressed, “That throughout history, we have consistently faced and overcome obstacles – be it warfare or economic downturns; calamities or acts of terrorism – by uniting around our shared principles as a unified nation, as a cohesive populace, that liberty is mightier than apprehension, let us not overlook that.”
– This report includes contributions from The Associated Press and Reuters.