The problem is that, over time, big pieces of business that have to get done without leadership from Washington, don't get done.
Barack ObamaI have complete confidence in Secret Service. These guys and gals are unbelievably professional. They know what theyโre doing and I basically do what they tell me to do. Now, sometimes Iโm the first one to admit that it chafes a little bit being inside this bubble. Itโs the hardest adjustment of being president, not being able to just take a walk.
Barack ObamaThe Holy Koran teaches that whoever kills an innocent is as - it is as if he has killed all mankind.
Barack ObamaAfter my election there was talk of a postracial America. And such a vision, however well intended, was never realistic.
Barack ObamaWe have to deal with the 11 million individuals who are here illegally. The bill that Senator [Marco] Rubio put forward, I think is a great place to start.
Barack ObamaIt's the reason why I am always interested in engaging in people who are pushing us and pushing against the status quo. But having been an activist, the only thing that I'm always encouraging activists to do is, once you have raised the issue, and even through controversial means, you have to come behind it with an agenda and the possibility of reconciliation if power meets your demands.
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