Barack Obama: “We must take steps to ensure that all relevant Federal programs follow such a job-driven approach to training.”

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.

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

They're meant to remind us of who we can be, to remind us of what's possible, so we can forge ahead.

It shows me somebody who’s not focused on the American people and the job they’re supposed to do.