We must ensure that our government -- your government -- is held accountable for delivering results.

We're continuing to build a White House team that can rise to the challenges facing this country -- and I couldn't be more excited to announce Jon and Cecilia.

The reality is that sometimes policymaking in Washington can become too insular.

There is just one president at a time.

We are called to seek fresh thinking and bold new ideas from the leading minds across America.

My thoughts and prayers are with those affected by this tragic situation.

I'm confident that at a critical time in our history, this White House will restore openness and accountability to our Executive Branch and help to put government back in the hands of the people it serves.

I am monitoring the situation and have been in communication with Secretary Rice.

At this defining moment for our nation, the old ways of thinking and acting just won't do.

This isn't about big government or small government. It's about building a smarter government that focuses on what works.

That is why I will ask my team to think anew and act anew to meet our new challenges.