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But we also know that government initiatives are not enough. He's still speaking to our Catholic friends - who are holding up a consistent ethic of life that goes beyond abortion - one that includes a respect for life and dignity whether it's in Iraq, in poor neighborhoods, in African villages or even on death row.
They cheered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial when Dr. Imagine Lincoln's Second Inaugural without its reference to "the judgments of the Lord." Or King's "I Have a Dream" speech without its reference to "all of God's children." Or President Kennedy's Inaugural without the words, "here on Earth, God's work must truly be our own." At each of these junctures, by summoning a higher truth and embracing a universal faith, our leaders inspired ordinary people to achieve extraordinary things. That anger may not get expressed in public, in front of white co-workers or white friends. It means continuing to insist on a full measure of justice in every aspect of American life. The first issue that we have to confront is violent extremism in all of its forms.
We have real enemies in the world. They cheered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial when Dr. The second major source of tension that we need to discuss is the situation between Israelis, Palestinians and the Arab world. The fourth issue that I will address is democracy.
The Republican nominee, John McCain, has worn the uniform of our country with bravery and distinction, and for that we owe him our gratitude and respect. Although I believe that the Iraqi people are ultimately better off without the tyranny of Saddam Hussein, I also believe that events in Iraq have reminded America of the need to use diplomacy and build international consensus to resolve our problems whenever possible. We are taking concrete actions to change course. But it should be their choice. And we will also expand partnerships with Muslim communities to promote child and maternal health. There is so much fear, so much mistrust.
Our conscience cannot rest until we not only secure our borders, but give the 12 million undocumented immigrants in this country a chance to earn their citizenship by paying a fine and waiting in line behind all those who came here legally. They've worked hard all their lives, many times only to see their jobs shipped overseas or their pension dumped after a lifetime of labor. And yet, to wish away the resentments of white Americans, to label them as misguided or even racist, without recognizing they are grounded in legitimate concerns - this too widens the racial divide, and blocks the path to understanding. And today, whenever I find myself feeling doubtful or cynical about this possibility, what gives me the most hope is the next generation - the young people whose attitudes and beliefs and openness to change have already made history in this election.
Thank you, and God bless America.