Barack Obama

The door remains open for talks with Iran.

Now is the time for Israelis and Palestinians to work toward a future that includes a Palestinian homeland and a secure Israel.

Countries are taking unprecedented steps to make government more open and accountable

Who is this going to make a difference for?

It falls to us to fulfill that promise.

Civil society plays a critical role in open, democratic societies.

I call upon the international community to support and defend the vital efforts of civil society activists and organizations.

The global economy has been pulled back from the brink of a depression, and is growing once more.

Each country will pursue a path rooted in the culture of its own people.

The slaughter of innocent Israelis is not resistance, it's injustice.

America has joined with nations around the world to spur growth and the renewed demand that could restart job creation.

I hereby delegate functions vested in the President by CISADA, as follows: section 102(h)(5) to the Secretary of State;

Sunlight can be 'the best of disinfectants'

I have had no greater focus as President than rescuing our economy from potential catastrophe.

Government should be collaborative

America will always extend our engagement abroad with citizens beyond the halls of government.

Peace must be made by Israelis and Palestinians, but each of us has a responsibility to do our part as well.

We know this is no ordinary time for our people.

I stand here before you confident in the future.

I refuse to accept that future.

We are committed to ensuring that support for and protection of civil society activists will be mainstreamed into U.S. Government diplomacy.

Today's decision by a partisan minority to block this legislation is a victory for special interests and U.S. corporations.

We've shown the possibilities of working together in common purpose.

The collective force of a global effort will signal our resolve to transform the way we govern

These impressive men and women will bring a wealth of experience to their new roles.