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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. Part of this conviction is rooted in my own experience. Finally, I want to discuss economic development and opportunity.
Each of us in our own lives needs to do what we can to help the poor. And I will restore our moral standing, so that America is once again that last, best hope for all who are called to the cause of freedom, who long for lives of peace, and who yearn for a better future. Today, America has a dual responsibility: to help Iraq forge a better future - and to leave Iraq to Iraqis. For many years, Iran has defined itself in part by its opposition to my country, and there is indeed a tumultuous history between us.
John Kerry believes in energy independence, so we aren't held hostage to the profits of oil companies, or the sabotage of foreign oil fields. And until we stop the genocide that's being carried out in Darfur as I speak, our conscience cannot rest. More of you have lost your homes and even more are watching your home values plummet. It was innovation in Muslim communities that developed the order of algebra; our magnetic compass and tools of navigation; our mastery of pens and printing; our understanding of how disease spreads and how it can be healed. All these things must be done in partnership.
Wright deliver a sermon called "The Audacity of Hope." And during the course of that sermon, he introduced me to someone named Jesus Christ. This country of ours has more wealth than any nation, but that's not what makes us rich.
They know we can do better. John Kerry calls on us to hope. With profound gratitude and great humility, I accept your nomination for the presidency of the United States. In Washington, they call this the Ownership Society, but what it really means is - you're on your own. America, now is not the time for small plans. It's been about you.
Thank you. And may God's peace be upon you.