We proved that we are still a people capable of doing big things and tackling our biggest challenges.

We're not a fragile people. We're not a frightful people. Our power doesn't come from some self-declared savior promising that he alone can restore order as long as we do things his way. We don't look to be ruled.

The big things I've had are things I bought myself.

I know that campaigns can seem small, and even silly. Trivial things become big distractions. Serious issues become sound bites. And the truth gets buried under an avalanche of money and advertising. If you're sick of hearing me approve this message, believe me - so am I.

People of Berlin - people of the world - this is our moment. This is our time.

I'm not allowed to get a big head, I've still got to do the simple things in life.