In February 2008, Barack Obama, a U.S. presidential candidate from Democratic Party, had a speech about his vision of the North America. "Under George W. Bush, the United States has not lived up to its historic role as a leader in the Western Hemisphere. As president, I will restore that leadership by working to advance the common prosperity and security of all of the people of the Americas. That work must begin with a renewed strategic partnership with Mexico." - said Obama.
