There's been shock waves sent throughout all parts of the nation's economic fabric.

All Americans must recognize that the face of terror is not the true faith - face of Islam. Islam is a faith that brings comfort to a billion people around the world. It's a faith that has made brothers and sisters of every race. It's a faith based upon love, not hate.

I'm comfortable moving into the role of elder person.

Prayer has comforted us in sorrow and will help strengthen us for the journey ahead.

Will you be a spectator or a citizen? To make a difference in this world, you must be involved.

Torture continues to be practiced around the world by rogue regimes whose cruel methods match their determination to crush the human spirit.

There will be no going back to the era before September the 11th, 2001 - to false comfort in a dangerous world.