The problem with all these tired excuses for inaction is that it suggests a fundamental lack of faith in American business and American ingenuity.

I was able to do that [showing up of Democratic benefits] when I was the candidate. But I've not seen or presided over that kind of systematic outreach that I think needs to happen.

The spirit's there and that's not just my imagination. I think if you look at surveys and attitudes among young people, you see it.

Even while we may at times disagree, as friends sometimes will, the bonds between the United States and Israel are unbreakable and the commitment of the United States to the security of Israel is ironclad.

In our democracy and our civic discourse, it seems as if folks who take religion the most seriously are sometimes also those who are suspicious of those not like them.

If we hope to give our children a chance, it's time we start giving our teachers a chance.

Empathy is a quality of character that can change the world.