Some of the comments that have been uttered about Islam do not reflect the sentiments of my government or the sentiments of most Americans. Islam, as practiced by the vast majority of people, is a peaceful religion, a religion that respects others. Ours is a country based upon tolerance and we welcome people of all faiths in America.

Israel is our ally and in that we've made a very strong commitment to support Israel, we will support Israel if her security is threatened.

1992 was the worst year of my life, to watch my dad lose. It was a painful experience. Yet when I became president, it was so much easier to be president.

We ought to be using nuclear power. It's a renewable source of energy.

So, for example, a country was into recession right after I was sworn in, a dot-com bust had taken place. Then the attacks of September the 11th, and then of course the great financial meltdown in the - the fundamental question facing any presidency is how do you deal with the hand you’re dealt?

The more you defend in the face of a critical audience, the more you polarize.

Free nations are peaceful nations. Free nations don't attack each other. Free nations don't develop weapons of mass destruction.