I've called on Congress to repeal the so-called Defense of Marriage Act to help end discrimination to help end discrimination against same-sex couples in this country. Now, I want to add we have a duty to uphold existing law, but I believe we must do so in a way that does not exacerbate old divides. And fulfilling this duty in upholding the law in no way lessens my commitment to reversing this law. I've made that clear.

[The Americans] believe in the idea that a child shouldn't be consigned to poverty just because of circumstances of their birth.

I look forward to teaching the occasional class, 'cause I was a professor. And I had fun doing it.

Jesus is an historical figure for me, and he's also a bridge between God and man, in the Christian faith, and one that I think is powerful precisely because he serves as that means of us reaching something higher.

The United States is committed to a regional order rooted in international rules and norms, including freedom of navigation, and the peaceful resolution of disputes. That's the only way to ensure our common security.

My faith reminds me that we all are sinners.

No country should deny people their rights because of who they love, which is why we must stand up for the rights of gays and lesbians everywhere.