We've endured too many tragedies. And each time I learn the news I react not as a President, but as anybody else would - as a parent.

Elections matter and voting counts.

I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors.

One of the things you discover about being president is that there are all these rules and norms and laws and you got to pay attention to them.

Michelle and I don't want anyone telling us who our family's doctor should be - and no one should decide that for you either. Under our proposals, if you like your doctor, you keep your doctor. If you like your current insurance, you keep that insurance. Period, end of story.

I am encouraged by the president-elect's [Donald Trump] insistence that NATO is a commitment that does not change. And his full commitment to NATO as the foundation for our international security I think is very important.

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