I faced a lot of criticism as president. I didn't like hearing people claim that I lied about Iraq's weapons of mass destruction or cut taxes to benefit the rich. But the suggestion that I was racist because of the response to Katrina represented an all-time low.

If you're sick and tired of the politics of cynicism and polls and principles, come and join this campaign.

People sometimes have to correct my English. I knew I had a problem when Arnold Schwarzenegger started doing it.

For every fatal shooting, there are about 3 non-fatal shootings. Folks, this is unacceptable in America.

[Saddam] built up a massive war machine while neglecting the basic needs of his own people.

Please don't look at the part of the glass that is only half full.

I've made it clear, Madam President, that the war against terrorism is not a war against Muslims, nor is it a war against Arabs. It's a war against evil people who conduct crimes against innocent people.