We face a demanding agenda, but if the history of our people shows anything, it is that we persevere.

The great alliance between the United States and the United Kingdom is rooted in shared interests and shared values.

In good times and in bad, our two peoples stand as one.

The burden is on Iran to engage constructively with us and our P-5-plus-1 partners in order to resolve the world's concerns about its nuclear program.

It was an act of terrorism, and what I pledged to the American people was that we would find out what happened.

I want to commend David for his efforts to encourage greater dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan, which is critical to regional security.

the American people want Washington to focus on the issues that matter most to them, and that generally means focusing on growing the economy, helping it create jobs, strengthening the middle class, expanding opportunity, expanding…

I think an article today says that John Boehner, the Speaker of the House, is obsessed with Benghazi, and yet he didn't even attend the briefing on the emails.

the actions that have been reported turn out to be what happened, that he finds it wholly inappropriate and that action needs to be taken to make sure people are held accountable.

It will remain the law and will be implemented.

We're going to keep running, and we're going to keep on doing this.

Ryan Clark Crocker, of Washington, to be a Member of the Broadcasting Board of Governors for a term expiring August 13, 2016. (Reappointment)

Ryan Clark Crocker, of Washington, to be a Member of the Broadcasting Board of Governors for a term expiring August 13, 2013, vice Victor H. Ashe, term expired.

The United States stands with all Pakistanis in welcoming this historic peaceful and transparent transfer of civilian power.

I congratulate the people of Pakistan on the successful completion of yesterday's parliamentary elections.

You have affirmed a commitment to democratic rule that will be critical to achieving peace and prosperity for all Pakistanis for years to come.

I'd ask all Americans, everybody who is watching all across the country, when you see a police officer, you meet an officer's family, let them know how much you appreciate it.

You embody America at its best and at its bravest.