Barack Obama

But I do think that you know, the spirit, particularly of a place like Ghana where you know, for all the difficulties they're still going through, the people are just incredibly open and friendly and welcoming.

I do think there's a sense for a lot of African-Americans that it's a -- it's a profound, life-changing experience.

I think the way it has to be thought about, the reason it's relevant is because whether it's what's happening in Darfur or what's happening in the Congo or what's happening in too many places around the world, you know, the capacity for…

What a profound sorrow must have been felt as people were hauled off into the great unknown.

You know, when I think about these development issues, they're not abstractions to me. I can put a face and a name to what people are going through.

After all, I have the blood of Africa within me, and my family's own story encompasses both the tragedies and triumphs of the larger African story.

We can't afford another 40 or 50 years in which Africa loses those opportunities.

I think it's a major problem. If you look at the history of the last several decades, I think what's fair to say is that Africa has not made as much progress because ruling elites have not thought about reinvesting what resources these…

We cannot continue to cling to health industry practices that are bankrupting families and undermining American businesses large and small.

If you like your doctor, you keep your doctor.

The opponents of health insurance reform would have us do nothing.

Indonesia's successful election on July 8 reminds the world that Islam, democracy, and diversity can coexist and thrive.

I will not sign on to any health plan that adds to our deficits over the next decade.

That's why we loved Walter, because in an era before blogs and e-mail, cell phones and cable, he was the news. Walter invited us to believe in him and he never let us down. This country has lost an icon and a dear friend and he will be…

Walter was always more than just an anchor. He was family. He invited us to believe in him. And he never let us down. This country has lost an icon and a dear friend. And he will be truly missed.

That's why we love Walter because in an era before blogs and e-mail, cell phones and cable, he was the news. Walter invited us to believe in him and he never let us down. This country has lost an icon and a dear friend. And he will be…

Each of these individuals brings talent, expertise and dedication that will be invaluable for our administration, and I am confident that they will serve the American people well.

This country has lost an icon and a dear friend, and he will be truly missed.

We will continue to partner with Indonesia to eliminate the threat from these violent extremists.

The American people stand by the Indonesian people in this difficult time.

These attacks make it clear that extremists remain committed to murdering innocent men, women, and children of any faith in all countries.

We will be unwavering in supporting a future of security and opportunity for the Indonesian people.

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States Code, I hereby assign the authority to perform the functions conferred upon the President by…

Indonesia has been steadfast in combating violent extremism and has successfully curbed terrorist activity within its borders.

I call upon the people of the United States to reaffirm our commitment to all those seeking dignity, freedom, and justice.