In Romania, American forces have found a devoted NATO ally.

Romania can be a linchpin in delivering gas to its neighbors and even become an energy exporter for its neighbors across Central and Eastern Europe.

The NATO forces are coming,

America's commitment to collective defense under Article 5 of NATO is a sacred obligation in our view - a sacred obligation not just for now, but for all time.

The devastating punch we took on September 11th still reverberates throughout American society.

I used to say to my late wife, 'I have great faith in the American people.'