The President’s U.N. Speech

For the entire speech, go here.

Excerpt:

“For decades, the United States opened its economy . . . with few conditions. We allowed foreign goods from all over the world to flow freely across our borders.  Yet, other countries did not grant us fair and reciprocal access to their markets in return. . .  

“We will no longer tolerate such abuse. We will not allow our workers to be victimized, our companies to be cheated, and our wealth to be plundered and transferred. America will never apologize for protecting its citizens. . .

“America is governed by Americans. We reject the ideology of globalism, and we embrace the doctrine of patriotism. . . In America, we believe strongly in energy security for ourselves and for our allies. We have become the largest energy producer anywhere on the face of the Earth.  The United States stands ready to export our abundant, affordable supply of oil, clean coal, and natural gas. . .

“Illegal immigration funds criminal networks, ruthless gangs, and the flow of deadly drugs. . . Only by upholding national borders, destroying criminal gangs, can we break this cycle and establish a real foundation for prosperity.

“We recognize the right of every nation in this room to set its own immigration policy in accordance with its national interests. . . That is one reason the United States will not participate in the new Global Compact on Migration. Migration should not be governed by an international body unaccountable to our own citizens. . .

“In America, we believe in the majesty of freedom and the dignity of the individual.  We believe in self-government and the rule of law.  And we prize the culture that sustains our liberty -– a culture built on strong families, deep faith, and fierce independence.  We celebrate our heroes, we treasure our traditions, and above all, we love our country. . .

“To unleash this incredible potential in our people, we must defend the foundations that make it all possible. Sovereign and independent nations are the only vehicle where freedom has ever survived, democracy has ever endured, or peace has ever prospered. And so we must protect our sovereignty and our cherished independence above all.”