Obama Ipsum

In this election, we offer that choice. It's been several months now since I announced I was running for president. He does not say that he was there because of Barack Obama. And that's what we have to restore.

We are shaped by every culture, drawn from every end of the Earth, and dedicated to a simple concept: E pluribus unum: "Out of many, one." They have affiliates in many countries and are trying to expand their reach. It is easy to point fingers - for Palestinians to point to the displacement brought by Israel's founding, and for Israelis to point to the constant hostility and attacks throughout its history from within its borders as well as beyond. And just as it devastates Palestinian families, the continuing humanitarian crisis in Gaza does not serve Israel's security; neither does the continuing lack of opportunity in the West Bank. Too much blood has been shed. And today I am announcing a new global effort with the Organization of the Islamic Conference to eradicate polio.

And God is still speaking. But there's a story I want to share that takes place before Moses passed the mantle of leadership on to Joshua. That is why we welcome efforts like Saudi Arabian King Abdullah's Interfaith dialogue and Turkey's leadership in the Alliance of Civilizations.

I would not be running for President if I didn't believe with all my heart that this is what the vast majority of Americans want for this country. So let me spell out exactly what that change would mean if I am President. Moreover, the sweeping change brought by modernity and globalization led many Muslims to view the West as hostile to the traditions of Islam.

His values - and his record - affirm what is best in us. That's why I stand here tonight. And Democrats, we must also admit that fulfilling America's promise will require more than just money. That together, our dreams can be one.

Thank you. And may God's peace be upon you.