We think it is in our nation's interest that Afghan women - or any women around the world - not suffer.

I understand everybody in this country doesn't agree with the decisions I've made. And I made some tough decisions. But people know where I stand.

In every instance when my administration sees a responsibility to help people, we will look first to faith-based institutions, to charities and to community groups that have shown their ability to save and change lives.

I will never relent in defending America - whatever it takes.

America is successful because of the hard work and creativity and enterprise of our people.

I have something else to ask you, to ask every American. I ask you to pray for this great nation.

The face of terror is not the true faith of Islam. That's not what Islam is all about. Islam is peace. These terrorists don't represent peace. They represent evil and war.