Our participation is important not only because we have a deep self-interest in the health of the world economy but also because our quota gives us important financial rights and influence over decisions in the international monetary…

Having good schools, good transportation systems, and good jobs, and not having a disruptive society also helps substantially.

The actions that you take will literally decide the lives of millions of people in our country and indeed throughout the world.

What happens on November the 4th is going to depend on what you do.

I want you to remember that we win elections from the precinct up.

We're ready to build, not tear down.

I left my heart right here in Chicago.

I'm determined that we'll continue this progress to make sure that our Nation is independent on energy.

I want you all to remember what Adlai Stevenson said: 'You have to vote like a Democrat if you want to live like a Republican.'

This is the greatest Democratic city in America.

I have confidence that you and the people of this Nation will make the right judgment and the right choice.

This is a crucial election.