Nobody is more qualified to carry out that mission than Dr. Jim Kim.

I haven't spoken to him about that.

As long as I am President, you will have a strong friend, a steadfast ally, and a faithful partner in the United States of America.

We will remember Pope Shenouda III as a man of deep faith, a leader of a great faith, and an advocate for unity and reconciliation.

I know that Brian McKeon will be an exceptional advisor and leader going forward.

I have kept that promise these last 3 years.

The odds of me becoming President were long.

Tell them we can win this fight.

Grant's expertise will be key as we continue to face serious challenges and take bold steps to meet them.

I did not run for this office just to get back to where we were.

I will strive to lead the most open, transparent, and accountable government in history.

I am here today not just because I need your help, although I do, but I'm here because your country needs your help.

I'm ready. I've got the energy, I've got the determination.

You've got to go with Jordan.

He's got to be the no. 1 seed.

Senator Snowe's career demonstrates how much can be accomplished when leaders from both parties come together to do the right thing for the American people.

By nature, and if not by nature, then by virtue of the position, you end up having to be pragmatic.

I'm pleased to announce David Agnew as the new Director of Intergovernmental Affairs.