President Speaks to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee:
I’m told there are over 850 students here from 50 states. (Applause.) Make sure the Texas students behave well. (Laughter.) Your mothers are watching. (Laughter.)
This President can say powerful things well. Yet he can put people at ease, as well. I just can’t picture John Kerry saying something like that.
The speech was focused on the relationship with Israel, but covered broader territory:
My resolve is firm. (Applause.) The resolve of the American people is solid. Our military is skilled, spirits are high. They are determined to succeed. We understand the stakes are high for America and for the world. We will not be intimidated by thugs and assassins. We will win this essential important victory in the war on terror. (Applause.)
The speech is very much worth a read.