This is the america i know. I see people who have protested on behalf of criminal justice, grieving alongside Police Officers. I see people who mourn for the five officers lost, but also weep for the families of alton steer alton sterling and philando castile. In this audience, i see whats possible. I see whats possible when we recognize that we are one american family, all deserving of equal treatment. All deserving equal respect. All children of god. Thats the america i know. I am not naove. I have spoken at too many memorials during the course of this presidency. I have had too many families who have lost a loved one to senseless violence. And ive seen how a spirit of unity more than of tragedy can gradually dissipate. Overtaken by the return to business as usual. Bite inertia, and old habits. And expediency. I see how easily we slip back into our old notions because they are comfortable. We are used to them. I have seen how inadequate words can be in bringing about lasting change.