Barack Obama

We have to remain vigilant when it comes to the defense of people's human rights

There should be no shame or stigma associated with knowing your status.

Democracy is not just about election day.

We have a unique opportunity to fix our broken system in a way that upholds our traditions as a nation of laws and a nation of immigrants.

President Elbegdorj has been an important leader in advancing democracy and freedom in his country and a key partner for the United States in Asia and globally.

Mongolia serves as a significant example of positive reform and transformation for peoples around the world.

At their best, our courts are venues where justice and equality can be realized.

Today the Senate did its job.

Michelle and I will never forget today's visit to Goree Island, where we looked out that door of no return.

Humanity is fundamentally good, but it's only good when good people stand up for what's right

Early detection and treatment for HIV saves lives.

And as I said at Goree Island, it's a reminder of the potential in humanity that we can show one another.

This is going to be a continent that is on the move.

I am confident that, as a US Attorney, he will be relentless in his pursuit of justice and serve the people of Louisiana with distinction.

The bipartisan bill that passed today was a compromise.

I see this as a moment of great progress and great promise for the continent.

Getting an HIV test is easier and faster than ever.

Rule of law is what upholds universal human rights.

How religious institutions define and consecrate marriage has always been up to those institutions.

Bruce Howe Hendricks, of South Carolina, to be United States District Judge for the District of South Carolina, vice Margaret B. Seymour, retired.

This was discrimination enshrined in law.

These two distinguished military leaders have earned my trust and that of the American people.

This ruling is a victory for couples who have long fought for equal treatment under the law; for children whose parents' marriages will now be recognized, rightly, as legitimate; for families that, at long last, will get the respect and…

Honoring these relationships and respecting the sovereignty of tribal nations is critical to advancing tribal self-determination and prosperity.

The Council shall work across executive departments, agencies, and offices to coordinate development of policy recommendations to support tribal self-governance.