I will finally keep the promise of affordable, accessible health care for every single American.

The era of greed and irresponsibility on Wall Street and in Washington has led to a financial crisis as profound as any we have faced since the Great Depression.

The era of greed and irresponsibility on Wall Street and in Washington has led us to a perilous moment.

The bottom line is am I viewed as somebody who's gonna be a champion for the guy who's waking up every day, working hard for a paycheck?

I believe in pay as you go.

That's the change the American people need.

America has benefited tremendously from the vigor and talents of the Armenian people.

Here in America, our destiny is not written for us; it's written by us.

Armenians first achieved their modern independence in 1918 and regained it after 70 years of Soviet rule in 1991.

We cannot have a plan for Wall Street banks that does not help homeowners stay in their homes and help distressed communities.

American policy must build on this step, to ensure that Armenia enjoys a future not merely of independence but of partnership and cooperation with the U.S. and its allies.