America stood at the summit of power, emerging from the Cold War as an economic, cultural and military force without equal.

Students of America, working families of America: President Obama will not turn his back on you.

A strong, educated middle class is what made America the greatest country in the world.

Trust is built with consistency.

Let me ask you: Should only children of the wealthy have access to quality early education? Should only children of the wealthy have access to a college degree? The answer - the only answer - is: no.

American education is still the wonder of the world, and we must open the schoolhouse doors, not close them.

Reform of the medical liability system should be considered as part of a comprehensive response to surging medical malpractice premiums that endanger Americans' access to quality medical care.