Barack Obama

Our Nation's strength rests on the ingenuity and creativity of the American people.

I guarantee you, Joe, we are going to get health care reform done.

We have consistently talked about the need for health care reform because family premiums are going up three times faster than inflation and wages.

You mention the fact that a lot of young people opt out.

She really didn't misspeak.

None of the bills that have been voted on in Congress and none of the proposals coming out of the White House propose giving coverage to illegal immigrants—none of them.

Supporting the development of minority-owned enterprises will help accelerate the revitalization of our economy.

They embody the timeless American values of hard work, integrity, and optimism.

We can't afford to do that.

The only thing that we've done is said let's put in place some financial regulations to make sure that this doesn't happen again.

I've consistently said I would love the private marketplace to be handling this without any Government intervention.

Nobody would be obligated to choose the public option.

We want to make sure that there is a market for them.

Any person out there should do something some way to give back to their community.

Service isn't just something you do once in a while when it's convenient; it's a way of life.

And that's the face of America that you show to the world.

It's about what you're doing to protect our environment and help America become energy independent.

NASCAR is a uniquely American sport.

He still believes the public option is the best way to achieve those goals.

One thing that reform won't change is veterans' health care. No one is going to take away your benefits. That is the plain and simple truth.

One thing that reform won't change is veterans health care. No one is going to take away your benefits; that is the plain and simple truth.

As President, my greatest responsibility is the security and safety of the American people.

We can never say it enough: For your service in war and peace, thank you VFW.

America's commitment to its veterans are not just lines on a budget, they are bonds that are sacred, a sacred trust we're honor bound to uphold.

Today, the story of your service is carried on by a new generation, dedicated, courageous men and women who I have the privilege to lead and meet every day.