Choosing the right running mate has always been a high-stakes decision for presidential candidates, but this year may be the most important decision for these candidates in recent history.

Senator Hillary Clinton has made history in this campaign.

I think that we should pass the Employee Free Choice Act. That will make it easier for unions to organize, make it harder for companies to block unionization.

That is America's very promise - and Social Security's very guarantee.

As President, I will protect Social Security for today's seniors and future generations.

On this anniversary of Social Security, let's reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that Social Security remains a safety net that seniors can count on today, tomorrow, and always.

Not true, that -- I've never been a Muslim. This -- this is just stuff that is designed to make people suspicious.

Not true, that -- never been a Muslim. This -- this is just stuff that is designed to make people suspicious.

Russia has escalated its military campaign through strategic bombing and the movement of its ground forces into the heart of Georgia. There is no possible justification for these attacks.

We are proud to have the support of such an important and dynamic individual. She was able to bring in thousands of people who might not have been normally interested in politics.

Now is the time for action - not just words.