Obama and the 4 Pillars

"Today, I put forward four pillars that are fundamental to
the future that we want for our children:

• non-proliferation and disarmament;
  
• the promotion of peace and security;
  
• the preservation of our planet; and
  
• a global economy that advances opportunity for all people."

After belief in God and the Prophet, four practices enjoy the status of
pillars of Islam -

• fasting,
  
• prayers,
  
• Zakat (alms-giving) and
  
• Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca).

In essence, these are the four parts which make up the whole that is
called Islam.

Since Obama's formative years were spent in Muslim schools,
it is only natural for him to suggest 4 pillars.