...Now, let me talk about religion. I want you all to hear me on religion right quick. It is very important for this country to honor religion this way: You can be religious, or you can choose not to be religious, and you're equally American. (Applause.) You have a right in this country to worship freely. It is a fundamental right that must never change. And if you choose to worship the Almighty, you are equally American if you're a Christian, Jew, Muslim or Hindu. That's the precious nature of how we view religion in this country. That freedom to worship and not be condemned because of the choice you make, by man, is a -- it must be jealously guarded by any of us, Republican or Democrat or independent, who are honored with a public office.

I can't tell you what a valuable part of our past, present and future the freedom to worship as you see fit is -- it's just an important part of our country. And it's not going to change...