I think there are a lot of reasons to be critical of the media in America.

I like this idea of generation after generation helping children on the streets, kids who have run away fleeing violence. I like the whole idea of opening arms for children who have nowhere else to go, sleeping by dumpsters.

I have always admired organizations that help children grow and learn, and organizations that protect and shelter children when no one else does. And I wanted to draw attention to these organizations and recognize the contributions they were making to the country and to our children in particular.

It's a huge advantage to have parents who read to you. And it's an advantage that lasts a lifetime.

What I want for children in our country and around the world is safe, stable and loving homes.

A love of books, of holding a book, turning its pages, looking at its pictures, and living its fascinating stories goes hand-in-hand with a love of learning.

It's not easy to have the job of president. It's not easy to run for it. And it's not a job for the feint of heart.