In a world full of both promise and peril, where for good or ill our destinies are more and more linked, we have chosen to be allies, partners, and friends.
Instead, every one of us must take responsibility to counter the culture of violence.
Our position on that, I think, is the correct one.
The NATO of the 21st century starts today.
We must do more to keep guns out of the hands of violent juveniles.
We welcome the aspirations of the nine countries currently interested in joining the Alliance.
Just a few years ago, a gathering of all the nations here in partnership would have been unthinkable.
What we need...is a powerful set of magnets pulling the people together.
NATO and Russia have a common objective in strengthening security and stability in the Euro-Atlantic area.
I believe this is a very, very positive thing.
This is a time for all Americans to pray for their families as well as those who were injured and their loved ones.