My only agenda for the next two years is the same as the one I’ve had since the day I swore an oath on the steps of this Capitol — to do what I believe is best for America.

To young people: you have to stay encouraged.

As tough as things have been, I am convinced you are tougher. I've seen your passion and I've seen your service. I've seen you engage and I've seen you turn out in record numbers. I've heard your voices amplified by creativity and a digital fluency that those of us in older generations can barely comprehend. I've seen a generation eager, impatient even, to step into the rushing waters of history and change its course.

To look at the issue of life and abortion, actually we're moving in that direction where most Americans oppose most abortions.

I will support Iraqis and Syrians fighting to reclaim their communities.

Thanksgiving reminds us that no matter our differences, we're still one people, part of something bigger than ourselves.

It is important for us to understand that the way we are perceived in the world is going to make a difference, in terms of our capacity to get cooperation and root out terrorism. And one of the things that I intend to do as president is to restore America's standing in the world.