Our thoughts and prayers are with Sandy's family—his wife Susan, his cherished children Debby, Alex, and Sarah, and the five grandchildren he so adored.

We are a place that believes every child, no matter where they come from, can grow up to be anything they want.

Protecting the rights of those with disabilities is not just an American ideal, but a cornerstone of our work to ensure human rights around the globe.

Today, the Act continues to shine as a beacon for all who reach, often at great risk to themselves, for human dignity, for justice and tolerance, and for democratic ideals.

Sandy was a remarkable man -- incredibly funny, warm, passionate, brilliant, and unfailingly loyal.

May they find some comfort in knowing that the America he loved is stronger because of his service.

I am profoundly saddened by the passing of my dear friend and predecessor, Sandy Berger.

I'm grateful to Sandy because, as President, I've benefited personally from his advice and counsel.

ISIL poses a threat to both the United States and China.

I am proud to be among those who can say that I owe a great deal of what I have learned to Sandy.

The Affordable Care Act also guarantees people with disabilities a basic but fundamental protection—that they can no longer be denied access to health insurance due to a pre-existing condition.

A pillar of American leadership is our profound respect for the human dignity of all people.