Barack Obama

The United States will continue to provide the Bulgarian Government assistance in bringing the perpetrators of this heinous attack to justice.

To build a better, freer world, we must first behave in ways that reflect the decency and aspirations of the American people.

The only way we can reduce gun violence in this country is if the American people decide it's important.

If there's just one step we can take to prevent more families from feeling what they feel after they've lost a loved one, we've got an obligation to take that step.

We should be long past debate on the need for the Violence Against Women Act.

We can't allow those filters to get in the way of common sense.

VAWA transformed the Nation's response to violence against women and brought critically needed resources to States and local communities to address these crimes.

If there's even one thing we can do, if there's just one life we can save, we've got an obligation to try.

The fact is there has to be a political solution that cannot include, ultimately, Assad.

We need to press forward.

The bill builds on the Tribal Law and Order Act to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of tribal justice systems.

I think the idea that the Assad regime is united and cohesive is belied by what we've seen over weeks and months.

We don't have to agree on everything to agree it's time to do something.

Everyone in Washington needs to focus not on politics, but on what's right for the country.

We need a balanced set of reforms.

Two-thousand-thirteen can be a year of solid growth, more jobs, and higher wages.

But we can't just cut our way to prosperity.

He took office at a time when New York was in fiscal crisis and helped his city achieve economic renewal.

It has taken acts of courage from generations of fearless and hopeful Americans to make our country more just.

Our future as a nation depends on keeping that spirit of curiosity and innovation alive in our time.

I want to thank Mark Sullivan for nearly 30 years of service to our Nation at the United States Secret Service.

The Secret Service is best known for protecting our Nation's leaders, but every day they also protect the American people.

Their actions stirred the conscience of Americans of every background, and their resilience in the face of fierce violence and intimidation ultimately led to the desegregation of public transportation systems across our country.

Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Ed's loved ones and to the city that survives him.

We can offer a hand up to those who might miss out on their destiny.