Part of what we have to measure against is what didn't happen and not just what has happened.
I intend to close Guantanamo, and I will follow through on that.
I think it is a top priority for us to stamp out al Qaeda once and for all.
I think we still have to see how this thing unfolds over the next couple of months.
I think any sensible person would say that we should be creating a playoff system.
I think capturing or killing bin Laden is a critical aspect of stamping out al Qaeda.
These individuals are important additions to a team with the experience and ability to help our nation overcome pressing challenges at home ...
One of the great joys of this campaign is the seeing how the girls have adjusted to this thing.
I will never forget, and will forever be grateful, to the men and women of this great state who made my life in public service possible.
The White House is beautiful. It is awe-inspiring.
Today, I am ending one journey to begin another.
I think it's a top priority.
Michelle helps on that 'cause she's just a sensible person.
Surprisingly enough, I feel right now that I'm doing what I should be doing.
I think Michelle is gonna design her own role.
I'm less interested in looking backwards than I am in looking forwards.
I think our basic principle that this is a free market system and that that has worked for us...
The challenges we face as a nation are now more numerous and difficult than when I first arrived in Chicago, but I have no doubt that we can...
