Barack Obama

We want to make it easier to trade and invest with one another.

I saw how both of our nations are threatened by rising seas, melting permafrost, disappearing glaciers and sea ice.

We, as a peoples, are committed to the principles of equality and opportunity.

And we reaffirm that Americans and Canadians will always be there for each other.

I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with respect to Iran declared in Executive Order 12957.

A future in which all women and girls around the world are allowed to rise and achieve their full potential will be a brighter, more peaceful, and more prosperous future for us all.

Together, we can also make progress toward our respective climate change targets, and help other countries do the same.

It is much better equipped to withstand any systemic blows that may occur not just within our borders, but in the international financial system generally.

The fact of the matter is, is that the plans that we have put in place to grow the economy have worked.

The path towards sustainable energy sources will be long and sometimes difficult.

We're not going backwards.

I couldn't be prouder of you and the work that you've done.

The ability to buy portable and affordable plans on a competitive marketplace is giving Americans the freedom to move, start businesses and dream big American dreams.

It is critical that DOJ accelerate efforts to reduce the number of Federal inmates and detainees held in restrictive housing.

Books reveal unexplored universes and stimulate curiosity.

I encourage all Americans to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities, and by supporting the work of service and relief organizations.

Maybe there's the potential to have a conversation generally about the kinds of nominees that the President would consider.

The American private sector is what led the recovery.

They will be distinguished public servants and valuable additions to the United States District Court.

I recognized the politics are hard for them because the easier thing to do is to give in to the most extreme voices within their party and stand pat and do nothing.

One side made a nomination, then Leader McConnell and all the members of the Senate are going to make a decision about how do they fulfill their constitutional responsibilities.

Climate change is real.

I know Hillary better than I know Bernie because she served in my administration and she was an outstanding secretary of state. And I suspect that on certain issues, she agrees with me more than Bernie does.

I think foreign observers are troubled by some of the rhetoric that's been taking place in these Republican primaries and Republican debates. I don't think it's restricted, by the way, to Mr. Trump.

I continue to believe Mr. Trump will not be president. And the reason is because I have a lot of faith in the American people. And I think they recognize that being president is a serious job. It's not hosting a talk show or a reality show.