Obama: Hamas, Hizballah have "legitimate claims"

A New York Times article credits Obama with the following statement:

The U.S. needs a foreign policy that “looks at the root causes of problems and dangers.” Obama compared Hezbollah to Hamas. Both need to be compelled to understand that “they’re going down a blind alley with violence that weakens their legitimate claims.” He knows these movements aren’t going away anytime soon (“Those missiles aren’t going to dissolve”), but “if they decide to shift, we’re going to recognize that. That’s an evolution that should be recognized.”

Legitimate claims? It would be interesting to know which claims made by the terrorist groups that Obama considers legitimate.

Hat tip: Jihad Watch & Infidels Are Cool.