Barack Obama

I want to commend her for her commitment to democracy.

Our bond with Israel is unbreakable.

The American people should know that from the moment this disaster began, the Federal Government has been in charge of the response effort.

This oil spill is an unprecedented disaster.

That doesn't just offer a lesson to Jewish Americans, it offers a lesson to all Americans.

I am pleased to nominate them to serve as U.S. Attorneys.

His modesty does not diminish his extraordinary conduct or the incredible example he has set for our men and women in uniform.

We will continue to do whatever is necessary to protect and restore the Gulf Coast.

Those ideals are what have allowed Jewish immigrants to seek a better life in America, while enriching the life of our country.

Every person in this room stands at the end of an unbroken chain of perseverance, of a conviction that a better future is possible.

Yes, Jewish Americans have garnered success in industry and in government, as we can see by the guests gathered here today.

The United States and Liberia are close friends, longstanding partners, and Liberia is now emerging from a very difficult period in its history.

I have long advocated that we repeal 'don't ask, don't tell.'

We will hold them fully accountable on behalf of the United States as well as the people and communities victimized by this tragedy.

I have been an extraordinary admirer of her work for many years now.

To the Congress of the United States: Consistent with section 108 of the National Security Act of 1947, as amended (50 U.S.C. 404a), I am transmitting the National Security Strategy of the United States.

I still recall in your speech that part of the reason you ran was because you wanted to see the children of Liberia smiling again, and I want you to know that we have that same hope, that same dream for Liberia and we'll be there with you…

I want to know what worked and what didn't work in our response to the disaster and where oversight of the oil and gas industry broke down.

We are relying on every resource and every idea, every expert and every bit of technology to work to stop it.

We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of retired Navy Lt. John William Finn.

Jewish Americans have always been a critical part of the American story.

We will demand that they pay every dime they owe for the damage they've done and the painful losses that they've caused.

These individuals have shown tremendous excellence and integrity throughout their careers.

This legislation will help make our Armed Forces even stronger and more inclusive.

We're exploring any reasonable strategies to try and save the Gulf from a spill that may otherwise last until the relief wells are finished.