What has made America the wealthiest, most successful country on Earth historically has been our commitment to education.

Our friends at the Republican convention were more than happy to talk about everything they think is wrong with America, but they didn't have much to say about how they'd make it right. They want your vote, but they don't want you to know their plan.

I have the authority to address the threat from Isil, but I believe we are strongest as a nation when the president and Congress work together. So I welcome congressional support for this effort in order to show the world that Americans are united in confronting this danger.

In a world of complex threats, our security and leadership depends on all elements of our power - including strong and principled diplomacy.

Over more than a decade, Iran had moved ahead with its nuclear program. And before the deal, it had installed nearly 20,000 centrifuges that could enrich uranium for a nuclear bomb.

I've been saying for years, we're gonna have to spend a lot more time on cyber security.

We're going to have to come together and take meaningful action to prevent more tragedies like this, regardless of the politics.