I Still Believe

[Audio transcript] There's an NPR series called This I Believe, in which people share their core beliefs. 

Over the past few days, I've been hearing messages — in texts, emails, newsletters, and media —  along these lines: people stating what they remain committed to, even in the face of disappointment — what remains true for them no matter what changes outside of them. These messages have truly touched me, and I thank all the senders for sharing what's in their hearts.

I'd like to do the same — to dive down to that core of me and remember what lives there. I'd like to tell you what I still believe.

• I still believe in trying to model what I seek from others and from the world.

• I still believe in looking at the person in front of me and trying to understand the life story behind the words and actions. 

• I still believe in extending kind gestures and words. 

• I still believe in battling for our beautiful planet and every bit of sustenance it provides us.

• I still believe in honor, decency, trust, and the infinite power of love.

So, let's all get some rest. And then we'll continue to live toward the world we want. I'm holding you all in my heart.