Barack Obama

I stand here knowing that my story is part of the larger American story, that I owe a debt to all of those who came before me, and that in no other country on Earth is my story even possible.

Barack Obama

I strongly agree with Vice President Gore that we cannot drill our way to energy independence, but must fast-track investments in renewable sources of energy like solar power, wind power and advanced biofuels.

Barack Obama

I think it is important for Europe to understand that even though I am president and George Bush is not president, Al Qaeda is still a threat.

Barack Obama

I think one of the great things about the United States has been our ability to maintain a distinction between our military and domestic law enforcement.

Barack Obama

I think same sex couples should be able to get married.

Barack Obama

I think that there’s no doubt that as I see friends, families, children of gay couples who are thriving, you know, that has an impact on how I think about these issues.

Barack Obama

I think there are a whole host of things that are civil rights, and then there are other things – such as traditional marriage – that, I think, express a community’s concern and regard for a particular institution.

Barack Obama

I try to explain to them about the aloha spirit. And it’s that spirit that I am absolutely convinced is what America is looking for right now.

Barack Obama

I want to be very clear: I will not sign on to any health plan that adds to our deficits over the next decade.

Barack Obama

I was impatient in those days, busy with work and unrealized plans, and prone to see other people as unnecessary distractions.

Barack Obama