The Islam that we know is a faith devoted to the worship of one God, as revealed through The Holy Qu'ran. It teaches the value and importance of charity, mercy, and peace.

After all, this is a guy that tried to kill my dad at one time.

The best way to defeat an ideology is with a better ideology. And I believe democracy is a better ideology.

I'm not the expert on how the Iraqi people think, because I live in America, where it's nice and safe and secure.

I'm mindful in a free society that people can worship if they want to or not. You're equally an American if you choose to worship an almighty and if you choose not to.

And after September the 11th, the United States Congress also granted me additional authority to use military force against al Qaeda. . . .

Through my Faith-Based and Community Initiative, my Administration continues to encourage the essential work of faith-based and community organizations. Governments can and should support effective social services, including those provided by religious people and organizations. When government gives that support, it is important that faith-based institutions not be forced to change their religious character.