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"I think Obama is a man eminently capable of building bridges between the Democrats and Republicans. And if you look at the challenges ahead for America — bringing down unemployment, getting the economy going again, strengthening the political and trade relationships with Europe and Asia — there are plenty of reasons to do so." — Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte.
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"Many congratulations to Barack Obama on his victory. Looking forward to renewing our claim to America's unpaid Congestion Charge bill!" — London Mayor Boris Johnson on Twitter, getting in a dig about a long-running dispute between the city and the U.S. Embassy over millions of dollars in road-use fees.
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