"This is an extraordinary achievement, nearly nine..." - Quote by Barack Obama

“The notion that somehow as a consequence of me knowing somebody who engaged in detestable acts 40 years ago, when I was 8 years old, somehow reflects on me and my values doesn't make much sense.”

“Chancellor [Angela] Merkel is perhaps the only leader left among our closest allies that was there when I arrived. So in some ways we are now the veterans of many challenges over the last eight years.”

“I don't have time to complain. I'm going to press on.”

“‎The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.”

“It is what we make out of what we have, not what we are given, that separates one person from another.”

“Taking possession of your positive self will put you on the success beam that you may ride triumphantly to whatever heights of achievement you desire.”

“Try to improve. Don't expect too much, but don't feel discouraged either; keep up your enthusiasm; you will make progress.”

“To reach a port, we must sail - sail, not tie at anchor - sail, not drift.”

“That which is achieved the most, still has the whole of its future yet to be achieved.”