By experiencing hunger during Ramadan, the followers of Muhammad learn true compassion for the poor of the world who go hungry every day.

Welfare reform, if it's going to work, will have to have the leadership of the private sector in turning welfare checks into paychecks.

It's not going to cause me any difficulty because I'm going to do my job here.

As the crescent moon marks the beginning of Ramadan again this year, Hillary and I extend our best wishes for a holy and memorable observance.

Those efforts and the stronger economy have led to the biggest reduction in welfare rolls in the history of this country.

This victory belongs to every player on the team.

I want to report some good economic news.

I may show those final minutes to the Cabinet repeatedly over the next 2 years.

I hereby report to the Congress on the developments concerning the national emergency with respect to Libya.

By reflecting on God's teachings in the Koran, they learn humility and the beauty of forgiveness.

This period of discipline for body, mind, and spirit draws the Muslim community closer not only to God, but also to their fellow human beings.

I'm very hopeful right now.

It is a great tribute to the private sector in America.

America needs these tax cuts to help America pay for college, and I hope Congress will help us to pass them into law.

I join all Americans in thanking them for their life's work.

We need our artists, our writers, our thinkers more than ever to help us find that common thread that is woven through all of our lives.

We are a nation whose strength and greatness are derived from the rich heritage and diversity of our people.

We know how important it is for children to hear words, listen to stories, develop their imaginations.