I'm especially grateful that they're here at a time when the rest of Ireland is focused on the final round of the Six Nations rugby tournament and the last match of the legendary Brian O'Driscoll.

Cynicism is a sorry kind of wisdom.

Love and hope can conquer hate.

My first job as commander in chief is to keep the American people safe.

All I want to do, if you've already got health care, is lower your costs.

I'm going to tell the American people what I believe will make this country great.

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