I'm the decider, and I decide what is best.

Not far from here where we gather today is a symbol of freedom familiar to all Americans -- the Liberty Bell. When the Declaration of Independence was first read in public, the Liberty Bell was sounded in celebration, and a witness said: "It rang as if it meant something."

America's making a long-term commitment to help the people of Lebanon because we believe every person deserves to live in a free, open society that respects the rights of all.

There is a language barrier between vets and the civilian population. They speak different languages.

Americans practice different faiths in churches, synagogues, mosques and temples. And many good people practice no faith at all.

By promoting liberty abroad, we will build a safer world. By encouraging liberty at home, we will build a more hopeful America.

One of the things I learned as president is that your life is just not going to unfold the way you want it to. There will be surprises, challenges, and therefore the question is how you deal with the unexpected.