Mr. Chairman, delegates. I accept your nomination for President of the United States of America. I do so with humility, deeply moved by the trust you have placed in me. It is a great honor. It is an even greater responsibility.

This President takes his inspiration from the capitals of Europe; we look to the cities and small towns of America. This President puts his faith in government. We put our faith in the American people.

I longed in many respects to actually be in Vietnam and be representing our country there.

Federal funding for cities who consider themselves sanctuary cities should be reduced.

A person should not be elected because of his faith nor should he be rejected because of his faith.

Democrats want to use the slowdown as an excuse to do what their special interests are always begging for: higher taxes, bigger government and less trade with other nations.

Syria is Iran's only ally in the Arab world. It's their route to the sea.