One of the things that we have to change in this country is the idea that people can't disagree without challenging each other's character and patriotism. I have never suggested that Sen. McCain picks his positions on national security based on politics or personal ambition. I have not suggested it because I believe that he genuinely wants to serve America's national interest. Now, it's time for him to acknowledge that I want to do the same. Let me be clear: I will let no one question my love of this country.
Barack ObamaWhat I've seen in my own life is that when I get something important done it's because of a lot of other people - some who get credit, some who don't.
Barack ObamaIt's time to put country ahead of party. It's time to put the next generation ahead of the next election.
Barack ObamaI think if you look at almost every year under every president over the last, I don't know, 20, 30 years, you're going to be hard-pressed to find a year in which the majority of Americans thought we were on the right track.
Barack Obama