Israelis can be proud of the vibrant democracy that they have created, and I know that many Rhode Islanders share my deep appreciation for the close friendship between our two nations.

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

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

In the world of diplomacy, some things are better left unsaid.

I didn't meddle. If I did meddle there wouldn't be all this violence. All this horrible sexism in games.

Certainly the Republican Party changed and I never changed, as I became an independent my values never changed whether it's on fiscal responsibility, environment or using government tools to help the less fortunate.

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