Barack Obama: “Most importantly, I've got confidence in the American people.”

a belief that our military and law enforcement owe allegiance not to any president or political party, but to the people and our constitution … a belief in the peaceful transfer of power

I hope this center will serve as an affirmation of just how special, how precious our democracy truly is.

It fortifies you to say that, yes, this has been part of the journey that we’re on.

it was nevertheless important that we all play a part in assuring that our elected officials are accountable.