"The Audacity to Hope," given by his then-pastor, Dr. Jeremiah Wright, almost 20 years ago 2004 Democratic National Convention 1 Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. I believe we can give middle class relief and provide working families with a road to opportunity.…

21 He also said to them, “Is a lamp brought in to be put under a basket or under a bed? Isn’t it to be put on a lampstand? 22 For there is nothing hidden that will not be revealed, and nothing concealed that will not be brought to light. 23 If anyone has ears to hear, let him listen.” 24 And he said…

1 Here is a tragedy I have observed under the sun, and it weighs heavily on humanity: 2 God gives a person riches, wealth, and honor so that he lacks nothing of all he desires for himself, but God does not allow him to enjoy them. Instead, a stranger will enjoy them. This is futile and a sickening tragedy.…