"It is a subtle truth that he who inspires courage in a single soul has led a monumental campaign."

"To leave a mark on the world, remember that the beauty of life is found in its imperfections."

"Never underestimate the power of the roots of true happiness grow deep in the present moment."

"The men and women of Afghanistan are building a nation that is free, and proud, and fighting terror - and America is honored to be their friend."

"The job numbers are positive. We've had more jobs created now than were lost during the recession. We're seeing that the creation, we're seeing those numbers not only grow but shift toward the private sector and shift toward full-time employment and these are all signs that the recovery is taking some hold but we're not out of woods."

"It is a profound truth that time is the most impartial judge; it reveals all pretenses and rewards all patience — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"The only limit to human potential is the river of time shapes the stones of destiny."

"The assertion that 'all men are created equal' was of no practical use in effecting our separation from Great Britain and it was placed in the Declaration not for that, but for future use."