We shouldn't assume that government is always trying to do the wrong thing.

A good compromise, a good piece of legislation, is like a good sentence; or a good piece of music. Everybody can recognize it. They say, 'Huh. It works. It makes sense.'

I just want to say that the only thing less popular than putting money into banks is putting money into the auto industry.

Fourth, we will continue providing humanitarian assistance to innocent civilians who have been displaced by this terrorist organization. This includes Sunni and Shia Muslims who are at grave risk, as well as tens of thousands of Christians and other religious minorities. We cannot allow these communities to be driven from their ancient homelands.

We made America more respected around the world, took on the mantle of leadership in the fight to protect this planet for our kids, and much, much more.

As Iraqi forces continue the liberation of Mosul, I'm pleased that NATO will be meeting the commitment we made in Warsaw to begin training additional forces in Iraq.

I think a basic principle of our Constitution is nobody above the law