If you were successful, somebody along the line gave you some help... Somebody helped to create this unbelievable American system that we have that allowed you to thrive. Somebody invested in roads and bridges. If youโve got a business - you didnโt build that. Somebody else made that happen.
Barack ObamaBut we reject the belief that America must choose between caring for the generation that built this country and investing in the generation that will build its future.
Barack ObamaMy only agenda for the next two years is the same as the one Iโve had since the day I swore an oath on the steps of this Capitolโโโto do what I believe is best for America.
Barack ObamaAmerica is not - and never will be - at war with Islam. We will, however, relentlessly confront violent extremists.
Barack ObamaI am asking my Attorney General to create a special unit of federal prosecutors and leading state attorneys general to expand our investigations into the abusive lending and packaging of risky mortgages that led to the housing crisis. This new unit will hold accountable those who broke the law, speed assistance to homeowners, and help turn the page on an era of recklessness that hurt so many Americans.
Barack Obama