Barack Obama said...

Some of you know when I was growing up, I didn't have a father in the house. But I did have people around me, stepfather...

Real strength is about working hard and taking responsibility and telling the truth even when it's inconvenient.

But living in a democracy is about recognizing that our point of view won’t always win out, and being willing to accept ...

And be willing to be a little bit uncomfortable in defense of your values.