Barack Obama: “We’ve encouraged that, of course, all steps be taken to avoid civilian casualties.”

I think when you understand the complexities of America and the contradictions of America, I don’t think it makes you love it less. I think it makes you love it more.

We designed the center not to be some lifeless mausoleum.

The success of this experiment was never a given.

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