Jimmy Carter: “I am especially pleased that this bill emphasizes use of existing authority for the new urban volunteer program.”

There's only one chance and one life to count for something. And my faith tells me, or my faith demands, that I use whatever I have whenever I can, to make a difference in people's lives.

I think the last report I saw was that 28 loans have been made for people to rebuild their own homes.

I would prefer a much more rapid withdrawal myself and I don't know what the, you know, what the recommendation will be until I see the written report.

This is a very wise and very courageous thing for President Obama to do. And in my opinion, is long overdue.