Our whole philosophy is one of transparency.

The ADA was a landmark civil rights legislation. It was a bill of rights for persons with disabilities, a formal acknowledgement that Americans with disabilities are Americans first and that they're entitled to the same rights and freedoms as everybody else.

No one will be forced to take the public option. The word option means choice.

My goal in the new administration is to engage all of the stakeholders, everyone who can help us meet the challenges of the 21st century, and ensure that we work together.

Instead of sitting on the sidelines, President Obama has made it clear that the US is ready to lead a global effort to combat climate change.

A new era of responsibility is here.

Given the daunting challenges that we face, it's important that president elect Obama is prepared to really take power and begin to rule day one.