All people are born with an unalienable right to freedom.

I make this decision because I am convinced that our security is at stake in Afghanistan and Pakistan. This is the epicenter of violent extremism practiced by al Qaeda.

It appears that he joined an affiliate of al Qaeda and that this group, al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula trained him, equipped him with those explosives and directed him to attack that plane headed for America.

Our nation is at war against the far-reaching network of violence and hatred.

I am the commander in chief of the military, of the nation, in the midst of two wars.

Multiple intelligence estimates have warned that al Qaeda is actively planning attacks on the United States homeland from its safe haven in Pakistan.

Instead of giving in to fear and cynicism, let's renew that timeless American spirit of resolve and confidence and optimism.

I carry with me every moment of every day, the responsibility to protect the safety and security of the American people.

Make no mistake, that's exactly what we've been doing.

nuclear terrorism is the single biggest threat to U.S. security, short-term, medium-term, and long-term.

the United States will devote more than 3 percent of our GDP to research and development.

Yesterday, seven Americans in Afghanistan gave their lives in service to their country.

The men and women who gave their lives in Afghanistan did their duty with courage, honor and excellence.

His heart goes out to the families of these individuals.

The failure to share that information is not going to be tolerated.

The reforms I'm proposing would not apply to those who are here illegally.

There's no doubt that times are still tough.

We have begun the essential work of keeping the American dream alive in our time.