I consider it part of my responsibility as President of the United States to fight against negative stereotypes of Islam wherever they appear.

[A]lthough the principle of equality has always been self-evident, it has never been self-executing.

Islam has always been part of America

Donald Trump seems to do a good job mentioning his own name.

I would not be running for President if I didn't believe with all my heart that this is what the vast majority of Americans want for this country. This union may never be perfect, but generation after generation has shown that it can always be perfected. And today, whenever I find myself feeling doubtful or cynical about this possibility, what gives me the most hope is the next generation - the young people whose attitudes and beliefs and openness to change have already made history in this election.

We will stand against violence and intimidation. We will stand for the rights and dignity of all human beings.

I think the irony ... is that I actually would like to see a relatively light touch when it comes to the government.