Obama Seeks to Support Protesters Without Repudiating Mubarak

President Barack Obama is seeking to balance supporting the mass movement for change in Egypt while avoiding an open repudiation of President Hosni Mubarak, as analysts say that a mass demonstration today could provide a “tipping point” in the week-long uprising.

U.S. officials are maintaining regular contact with counterparts throughout Egypt’s military, intelligence and diplomatic services for the dual purposes of reinforcing Obama’s message to avoid violence against protesters while monitoring sentiments within the pivotal institutions.