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That was some pretty tough talk coming from the mouth of Barack Obama as he relayed his ideas on Jerusalem the other day, reiterating America's commitment to the only established free democracy in the Middle East by saying that "Jerusalem will remain the capital of Israel, and it must remain undivided".

A day later, after pressure was place on his campaign by Muslim groups, not so much.

But a campaign adviser clarified Thursday that Obama believes "Jerusalem is a final status issue, which means it has to be negotiated between the two parties" as part of "an agreement that they both can live with."

"Two principles should apply to any outcome," which the adviser gave as: "Jerusalem remains Israel's capital and it's not going to be divided by barbed wire and checkpoints as it was in 1948-1967."

Saying one thing to one side and clarifying that comment the next day to the opposite side.

The tightrope walk of Obama continues. Changing his position frequently and hoping the other side doesn't notice.

h/t Little Green Footballs