I'm the President, but he's 'The Boss.'

I am honored that these talented individuals have decided to join my administration and serve our country, and I look forward to working with them in the months and years ahead.

I must weigh all of the challenges that our Nation faces.

We will begin to transfer our lead responsibility to Afghan counterparts.

I am happy to announce that these two experienced and committed individuals will join my administration, and I look forward to working with them in the months and years ahead.

As we work to strengthen our relationships in the global community and put our nation back on a path to prosperity, I am confident that these individuals will serve our nation well.

I am thankful for the extraordinary responsibility that the American people have placed in me.

That is a heavy weight.

My preference would be not to hand off anything to the next president.

I always have to take responsibility.

These individuals bring a depth of experience to their respective roles, and I am confident they will serve my administration and the American people well.

I'm most going to miss being the Commander in Chief.

If you make the decision based on who can best get us out of the ditch, I think it's clear.

President Roosevelt, as John said, was a man for all seasons.

I want to thank General Alexander for his hospitality to me and the Vice President and Director McConnell.

I want to thank you and your team for working hard during these extraordinary times.

Iraqi Leaders are working together and making further progress on political reconciliation.

I called my Cabinet together for them to get a full understanding of the extraordinary actions we've taken.