I think it's absolutely clear that the fiscal path we are on is not sustainable, and for me, the best analogy is these deficits are like a cancer, and over time they will destroy the country from within.

I think that if we don't get these politicians to come together we face the most predictable economic crisis in history.

And I believe in having an administration that has clearly defined goals, objectives and time lines such that it and its people can be held accountable.

It will be about which candidate, which of the two candidates remaining, is best suited to make a positive difference in the lives of North Carolina families, and I submit to each of you tonight that I am that candidate and Elizabeth Dole is not.

I want to see if you have the same sense of joy that I do. Because you will never see someone who is more excited to be here than I am!

will lay a strong foundation for further action.