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But kneeling beneath that cross on the South Side, I felt I heard God's spirit beckoning me. You see, we Democrats have a very different measure of what constitutes progress in this country. So long as our relationship is defined by our differences, we will empower those who sow hatred rather than peace, and who promote conflict rather than the cooperation that can help all of our people achieve justice and prosperity. It is based upon cultural and historical ties, and the recognition that the aspiration for a Jewish homeland is rooted in a tragic history that cannot be denied.
Because I've seen it. We have the power to make the world we seek, but only if we have the courage to make a new beginning, keeping in mind what has been written.
And yet Al Qaeda chose to ruthlessly murder these people, claimed credit for the attack, and even now states their determination to kill on a massive scale. But we have a responsibility to join together on behalf of the world we seek - a world where extremists no longer threaten our people, and American troops have come home; a world where Israelis and Palestinians are each secure in a state of their own, and nuclear energy is used for peaceful purposes; a world where governments serve their citizens, and the rights of all God's children are respected.
These enemies must be found. I've been speaking to a lot of churches recently, so it's nice to be speaking to one that's so familiar. God is still speaking. We would gladly bring every single one of our troops home if we could be confident that there were not violent extremists in Afghanistan and Pakistan determined to kill as many Americans as they possibly can. There will be many issues to discuss between our two countries, and we are willing to move forward without preconditions on the basis of mutual respect.
It is that fundamental belief, it is that fundamental belief, I am my brother's keeper, I am my sister's keeper that makes this country work. Because it's not who we are. And if we walk away now, if we simply retreat into our respective corners, we will never be able to come together and solve challenges like health care, or education, or the need to find good jobs for every American. For eighteen long months, you have stood up, one by one, and said enough to the politics of the past. Together, you represent the harmony between tradition and progress. It's a faith in other people, and it's what brought me here today.
Thank you. And may God's peace be upon you.