You will be champions forever.

I know we've had a very powerful economy.

I've just had a very illuminating conversation with small-business owners here.

I hereby certify that it is important to the national security interests of the United States to waive the provisions of section 650(a) of the Act.

I made a promise to the American people during the campaign that if I was fortunate enough to be elected, my administration would seek out judicial nominees who follow that philosophy.

One thing people can be certain of is that the bill I signed is a big step toward solving this problem.

But with confidence and leadership and bipartisan cooperation, we'll overcome the challenges we face.

We know these are difficult times.

Those folks on the sidelines knew that two months ago.

Well, that's what I've done my whole career, Gwen, on very, very controversial issues... But am I able to respond to -- are we able to stay on the -- on the topic?

I'm disappointed by the outcome, but I assure our citizens and citizens around the world that this is not the end of the legislative process.

We strongly support your democracy.

The bipartisan economic rescue plan addresses the root cause of the financial crisis.

I appreciate the leadership of Members on both sides of the aisle who came together when our Nation was counting on them.

This legislation is the product of intensive bipartisan efforts.

It is time to reform Washington.

There was promise and progress.

I do not think that they are [fundamentals of the economy sound].