Not to intermarry racially is bad for the survival of the country.

I'm ready to become a French person amongst French people, and more than ever I have the love for my country deeply ingrained in my heart.

From the very beginning, the American dream meant proving to all mankind that freedom, justice, human rights and democracy were no utopia but were rather the most realistic policy there is and the most likely to improve the fate of each and every person.

We live in a world where people don't all have the same scruples, where all blows can be given, and where, in order to down somebody, all means can be used. Nothing will lead me astray from the path that I have chosen.

Francois Hollande is the president of the republic, he must be respected. I want to wish him good luck in the midst of these tests.

With the world in turmoil and doubt, the American people, faithful to the values that have always defined America's identity, have expressed with force their faith in progress and the future. At a time when we must face huge challenges together, your election has raised enormous hope in France, in Europe and beyond.

The French people need to have all the facts so they can choose. And I won't be running away from it or hiding from it.