Barack Obama: “Today we recognize the incredible courage and leadership of so many Bostonians in the wake of unspeakable tragedy.”

No one was more skilled at bringing people together and getting legislation passed.

America is currently experiencing anger and vision but we are looking for fairness and common sense and mutual respect."

While we are non-partisan, we are not value-neutral. We have a point of view.

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