He also said: "We do not need presidents who are bigger than the country, but rather ones who speak for it and support it."

VOA: special.2009.08.30

We just need everyone to do their part -- and it's going to take everyone.

VOA: special.2010.06.07

"When it is all said and done, I think it is time for a 'do over'. We need to start this budget process all over again.

VOA: standard.2009.03.24

"I think we still need to do more evaluation. It's obviously a very important skill, but I think it doesn't really encompass what primary care physicians do."

VOA: standard.2010.05.14

"I want some courage. I want us to do the right thing, Ohio,and with your help we are going to make it happen!" Democrats need every vote to pass Mr.Obama's top domestic priority, and the president did win over one liberal holdout.

VOA: standard.2010.03.18