Barack Obama

All of us here in London have a responsibility to act with a sense of urgency and every nation that will be participating has been affected by a crisis that's cost us so much.

$1 trillion bailout is what the world economy needs.

I've sent a clear message to the leaders and peoples of Iran that while we have real differences, we also have mutual interests and we seek new engagement based on mutual respect.

The United States of America did not choose to fight a war in Afghanistan. We were attacked by an Al Qaeda network that killed thousands on American soil, including French and Germans.

Now, I have come to Europe this week to renew our partnership one in which America listens and learns from our friends and allies, but where our friends and allies bear their share of the burden.

But having said all that, I truly believe that there's nothing more noble than public service.

The reckless speculation of bankers that has now fueled a global economic downturn that's inflicting pain on workers and families is happening everywhere, all across the globe.

It's hard for 20 heads of state to bridge their differences. We've all got our own national policies. We all have our own assumptions, our own political cultures but our citizens are all hurting. They all need us to come together.

I had meetings with the Chinese, the Russians, and I'm proud to say I did not nod off in any of those meetings.

France recognizes that having Al Qaeda operate safe havens that can be used to launch attacks is a threat and not just to the United States, but to Europe.

If NATO becomes everything, then it's nothing.

We want strong allies.

And nothing is more sobering as a leader than signing a letter of condolence to a family of somebody who has died in war.

The one way forward, the only way forward, is through a common and persistent effort to combat fear and want wherever they exist.

We cannot forget how many millions that trade has lifted out of poverty and into the middle class.

The dedication and intelligence that these fine public servants will bring to their respective roles gives me confidence that they will be effective and important additions to our team as we work to tackle the many challenges our nation…

This generation cannot stand still.

There are real threats out there in this world

The education we provide our children must prepare them to succeed in a global economy and to contribute to their communities.

Krysta Harden, of Virginia, to be an Assistant Secretary of Agriculture, vice Linda Avery Strachan, resigned.

America is changing, but it cannot be America alone that changes.

A well-functioning society does not just depend on going to the ballot box.

This budget resolution embraces our most fundamental priorities: an energy plan that will end our dependence on foreign oil and spur a new clean energy economy.

I made the decision to close Guantanamo because I do not think it makes America safer.

We have made very clear to the North Koreans that their missile launch is provocative.