We are not at war against Islam.

[The Americans] believe in the idea that a child shouldn't be consigned to poverty just because of circumstances of their birth.

In America, we want a peaceful planet. We want people to be able to enjoy their lives and know they're going to have a bright and prosperous future, not be at war. That's our purpose.

As we look forward to the New Year, let's resolve to recommit ourselves to the values we share.

[This upset] means that means Donald Trump now has to transition to governance.

The Russians don't make determinations about what our defense posture is.

We remember the surge and we remember the Awakening -- when the abyss of chaos turned toward the promise of reconciliation. By battling and building block by block in Baghdad, by bringing tribes into the fold and partnering with the Iraqi army and police, you helped turn the tide toward peace.