Barack Obama: “These fine public servants bring a depth of experience and tremendous dedication to their important roles.”

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

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.

She knew she was going to mess me up, and she did it anyway.

That's what I hope every visitor to this center takes away from their experience.