“I feel that notwithstanding the past that my presence here is one additional bit of evidence that the American Dream need not forever be deferred.” (Hint: delivered in 1976 at the Democratic National Convention) 1

“And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” (Hint: delivered January 20, 1961, in Washington, D.C.) 2

“Yesterday, December 7th, 1941—a date which will live in infamy—the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.” (Hint: delivered December 8, 1941, in Washington, D.C.) 3

“Fourscore and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in liberty and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.” (Hint: delivered November 19, 1863, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania) 4

“Hello, Chicago. If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible; who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time; who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer.” (Hint: delivered November 4, 2008, in Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois) 5