I will always stand firm to protect the sanctity of marriage. I believe it is important to work with people to find common ground on difficult issues.

I knew it might put him in an awkward position that we had a discussion before finality has finally happened in this presidential race.

I am comfortable knowing that I put my heart and soul into the presidency.

On September 11 2001, America felt its vulnerability even to threats that gather on the other side of the Earth. We resolved then, and we are resolved today, to confront every threat from any source that could bring sudden terror and suffering to America.

Any government that supports, protects or harbours terrorists is complicit in the murder of the innocent and equally guilty of terrorist crimes.

I feel a special kinship with our military personnel, veterans, and their families. After all, two of my decisions sent them into harm's way.

Ours is a nation that does not seek revenge.