Barack Obama: “My hope is, is that as a consequence of this event, this ends up being what's called a teachable moment.”

the American people 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.

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.

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