Japanese as a whole, however, appear to support the American military presence.

The American presence was actually less than that of third world countries.

They also welcome American presence as an opportunity for future economic development.

Until recently, the force was there simply to demonstrate an American military presence.

Another sign of change is the growing American presence here.

And of course everyone is uneasy about the American presence.

That does not mean the American presence should be reduced.

The overall American presence reached a high of nearly 26,000.

Her stay will be the start of an American presence in space for at least the next two years.

It was not the first time the president has complained about the American military presence.