I believe in the transformational power of liberty. I believe that the free Iraq is in this nation's interests. I believe a free Afghanistan is in this nation's interest.

I understand how democracy works. Quite a little bit of criticism in it, which is fine. That's fine. That's part of the process. But I have every right, as do my administration, to make it clear what the consequences would be of policy. And if we think somebody is strong or doesn't see the world the way it is, we'll continue to point that out to people.

We do not know how much our climate could or will change in the future. We do not know how fast change will occur or even how some of our actions could impact it.

America will never run... And we will always be grateful that liberty has found such brave defenders.

Thats why we are inconveniencing air traffickers, to make sure nobody is carrying weapons on airplanes.

Rarely is the question asked: Is our children learning?

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.