Barack Obama: “We all have a responsibility to try to end this grave problem.”

never talks that way when they are in the same room.

People aren't looking for perpetual anger and division. They are looking for fairness and common sense and mutual respect, that deep in our gut, we want to find a way to turn towards each other again, not further away.

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.

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