The world is beset by challenges including the ongoing danger of international terrorism, and the significant political and economic threats posed by factors such as the high levels of corporate and sovereign debt and persistent unemployment.

I want to show you an optimistic sign that things are beginning to turn around.

One word sums up probably the responsibility of any vice-president, and that one word is 'to be prepared'.

I would guess that there's adequate low-income housing in the country.

We need to remember that trade is a great peacemaker that enriches people and increases international understanding and ties between nations.

I've never professed to be anything but an average student.

People that are really very weird can get into sensitive positions and have a tremendous impact on history.