Obama's America is Leading the World

奥巴马国情咨文演讲语录[ 2010-01-28 11:42 ]Text of President Barack Obama's first State of the Union speech当地时间周三晚9时，美国总统奥巴马发表上任后的首次国情咨文演讲。

他在讲话中宣布政府计划向银行收费，以弥补政府为救助金融机构及汽车业而蒙受的损失，补偿纳税人的利益。

奥巴马在发言中多次重复：―我不愿意救助银行‖，随后宣布将向银行收费。

以下是其演讲语录及全文：全文I hated it. You hated it. It was about as popular as a root canal.(Speaking of the bank bailout)―我痛恨它。

你们也痛恨它。

它就像牙根管一样普及。

‖（说到救助银行）To Democrats, I would remind you that we still have the largest majority in decades, and the people expect us to solve some problems, not run for the hills. (Speaking to "naysayers‖ in Congress)在此，我想提醒民主党人，我们仍然拥有数十年来最大范围的多数支持，大家希望我们去解决问题，而不是仓皇落逃。

（对议会反对派说）Right now, I know there are many Americans who aren't sure if they still believe we can change or at least, that I can deliver on it. (Referring to his campaign promises)我知道现在很多美国人怀疑他们是否还可以相信我们能够改变，或者至少我是否还能履行诺言。

奥巴马竞选总统获胜演讲译文【原创】Thank you so much.谢谢，谢谢，万分感谢。

Tonight, more than 200 years after a former colony won the right to determine its own destiny, the task of perfecting our union moves forward. It moves forward because of you. It moves forward because you reaffirmed the spirit that has triumphed over war and depression, the spirit that has lifted this country from the depths of despair to the great heights of hope, the belief that while each of us will pursue our own individual dreams, we are an American family and we rise or fall together as one nation and as one people.今晚，一个前殖民地赢得决定自己命运的权力二百多年之后，完善我们的统一的大任继续推进。

它是因为你们才滚滚向前。

因为你们再次肯定了我们赖以决胜于战争和萧条的精神，赖以把这个国家从绝望的深渊提升到希望的顶峰的精神，它才滚滚向前。

我们坚信尽管我们追逐个人梦想，我们还是一个美国大家庭，作为一个国家和民族，同舟共济。

Tonight, in this election, you, the American people, reminded us that while our road has been hard, while our journey has been long, we have picked ourselves up, we have fought our way back, and we know in our hearts that for the United States of America the best is yet to come.今晚，在这个选举中，你们，美国人民，提醒我们尽管我们的道路还很崎岖，旅途还很漫长，我们已经振奋起来，我们已经杀出复兴之路，我们深知在我们心中，美利坚合众国是迄今最美好的乐土。

2012年奥巴马胜选演讲全文（中英对照）奥巴马：我会成为更好的总统"Thank you. Thank you. Thank you so much.Tonight, more than 200 years after a former colony won the right to determine its own destiny, the task of perfecting our union moves forward.It moves forward because of you. It moves forward because you reaffirmed the spirit that has triumphed over war and depression, the spirit that has lifted this country from the depths of despair to the great heights of hope, the belief that while each of us will pursue our own individual dreams, we are an American family and we rise or fall together as one nation and as one people. Tonight, in this election, you, the American people, reminded us that while our road has been hard, while our journey has been long, we have picked ourselves up, we have fought our way back, and we know in our hearts that for the United States of America the best is yet to come.I want to thank every American who participated in this election ... whether you voted for the very first time or waited in line for a very long time.By the way, we have to fix that. Whether you pounded the pavement or picked up the phone... ... whether you held an Obama sign or a Romney sign, you made your voice heard and you made a difference.I just spoke with Governor Romney and I congratulated him and Paul Ryan on a hard-fought campaign.We may have battled fiercely, but it's only because we love this country deeply and we care so strongly about its future.From George to Lenore to their son Mitt, the Romney family has chosen to give back to America through public service and that is the legacy that we honor and applaud tonight.In the weeks ahead, I also look forward to sitting down with Governor Romney to talk about where we can work together to move this country forward.I want to thank my friend and partner of the last four years, America's happy warrior, the best vice president anybody could ever hope for, Joe Biden.And I wouldn't be the man I am today without the woman who agreed to marry me 20 years ago. Let me say this publicly: Michelle, I have never loved you more. I have never been prouder to watch the rest of America fall in love with you, too, as our nation's first lady.Sasha and Malia, before our very eyes you're going up to become two strong, smart beautiful young women, just like your mom.And I'm so proud of you guys. But I will say that for now one dog's probably enough.To the best campaign team and volunteers in the history of politics...The best. The best ever. Some of you were new this time around, and some of you have been at my side since the very beginning.But all of you are family. No matter what you do or where you go from here, you will carry the memory of the history we made together and you will have the life-long appreciation of a grateful president. Thank you for believing all the way, throughevery hill, through every valley.You lifted me up the whole way and I will always be grateful for everything that you've done andall the incredible work that you put in.I know that political campaigns can sometimes seem small, even silly. And that provides plenty of fodder for the cynics that tell us that politics is nothing more than a contest of egos or the domain of special interests. But if you ever get the chance to talk to folks who turned out at our rallies and crowded along a rope line in a high school gym, or saw folks working late in a campaign office in some tiny county far away from home, you'll discover something else.You'll hear the determination in the voice of a young field organizer who's working his way through college and wants to make sure every child has that same opportunity.You'll hear the pride in the voice of a volunteer who's going door to door because her brother was finally hired when the local auto plant added another shift.You'll hear the deep patriotism in the voice of a military spouse whose working the phones late at night to make sure that no one who fights for this country ever has to fight for a job or a roof over their head when they come home.That's why we do this. That's what politics can be.That's why elections matter. It's not small, it's big. It's important. Democracy in a nation of 300 million can be noisy and messy and complicated. We have our own opinions. Each of us has deeply held beliefs. And when we go through tough times, when we make big decisions as a country, it necessarily stirs passions, stirs up controversy.That won't change after tonight, and it shouldn't. These arguments we have are a mark of our liberty. We can never forget that as we speak people in distant nations are risking their lives right now just for a chance to argue about the issues that matter, the chance to cast their ballots like we did today.But despite all our differences, most of us share certain hopes for America's future. We want our kids to grow up in a country where they have access to the best schools and the best teachers.A country that lives up to its legacy as the global leader in technology and discovery and innovation, with all the good jobs and new businesses that follow.We want our children to live in an America that isn't burdened by debt, that isn't weakened by inequality, that isn't threatened by the destructive power of a warming planet.We want to pass on a country that's safe and respected and admired around the world, a nation that is defended by the strongest military on earth and the best troops this -- this world has ever known. But also a country that moves with confidence beyond this time of war, to shape a peace that is built on the promise of freedom and dignity for every human being. We believe in a generous America, in a compassionate America, in a tolerant America, open to the dreams of an immigrant's daughter who studies in our schools and pledges to our flag.To the young boy on the south side of Chicago who sees a life beyond the nearest street corner.To the furniture worker's child in North Carolina who wants to become a doctor or a scientist, an engineer or an entrepreneur, a diplomat or even a president -- that's the future we hope for. That's the vision we share. That's where we need to go -- forward.That's where we need to go.Now, we will disagree, sometimes fiercely, about how to get there. As it has for more than two centuries, progress will come in fits and starts. It's not always a straight line. It's not always a smooth path.By itself, the recognition that we have common hopes and dreams won't end all the gridlock or solve all our problems or substitute for the painstaking work of building consensus and making thedifficult compromises needed to move this country forward. But that common bond is where we must begin.Our economy is recovering. A decade of war is ending. A long campaign is now over.And whether I earned your vote or not, I have listened to you, I have learned from you, and you've made me a better president. And with your stories and your struggles, I return to the White House more determined and more inspired than ever about the work there is to do and the future that lies ahead.Tonight you voted for action, not politics as usual.You elected us to focus on your jobs, not ours. And in the coming weeks and months, I am looking forward to reaching out and working with leaders of both parties to meet the challenges we can only solve together. Reducing our deficit. Reforming our tax code. Fixing our immigration system. Freeing ourselves from foreign oil. We've got more work to do.But that doesn't mean your work is done. The role of citizen in our democracy does not end with your vote. America's never been about what can be done for us. It's about what can be done by us together through the hard and frustrating, but necessary work of self- government. That's the principle we were founded on.This country has more wealth than any nation, but that's not what makes us rich. We have the most powerful military in history, but that's not what makes us strong. Our university, our culture are all the envy of the world, but that's not whatkeeps the world coming to our shores.What makes America exceptional are the bonds that hold together the most diverse nation on earth.The belief that our destiny is shared; that this country only works when we accept certain obligations to one another and to future generations. The freedom which so many Americans have fought for and died for come with responsibilities as well as rights.And among those are love and charity and duty and patriotism. That's what makes America great.I am hopeful tonight because I've seen the spirit at work in America. I've seen it in the family business whose owners would rather cut their own pay than lay off their neighbors, and in the workers who would rather cut back their hours than see a friend lose a job.I've seen it in the soldiers who reenlist after losing a limb and in those SEALs who charged up the stairs into darkness and danger because they knew there was a buddy behind them watching their back.I've seen it on the shores of New Jersey and New York, where leaders from every party and level of government have swept aside their differences to help a community rebuild from the wreckage of a terrible storm.And I saw just the other day, in Mentor, Ohio, where a father told the story of his 8-year-old daughter, whose long battle with leukemia nearly cost their family everything had it not been for health care reform passing just a few months before the insurance company was about to stop paying for her care.I had an opportunity to not just talk to the father, but meet this incredible daughter of his. And when he spoke to the crowd listening to that father's story, every parent in that room had tears in their eyes, because we knew that little girl could be our own.And I know that every American wants her future to be just as bright. That's who we are. That's the country I'm so proud to lead as your president.And tonight, despite all the hardship we've been through, despite all the frustrations of Washington, I've never been more hopeful about our future.I have never been more hopeful about America. And I ask you to sustain that hope. I'm not talking about blind optimism, the kind of hope that just ignores the enormity of the tasks ahead or the roadblocks that stand in our path. I'm not talking about the wishful idealism that allows us to just sit on the sidelines or shirk from a fight.I have always believed that hope is that stubborn thing inside us that insists, despite all the evidence to the contrary, that something better awaits us so long as we have the courage to keep reaching, to keep working, to keep fighting.America, I believe we can build on the progress we've made and continue to fight for new jobs and new opportunity and new security for the middle class. I believe we can keep the promise of our founders, the idea that if you're willing to work hard, it doesn't matter who you are or where you come from or what you look like or where you love. It doesn't matter whether you're black or white or Hispanic or Asian or Native American or young or old or rich or poor, able, disabled, gay or straight, you can make it here in America if you're willing to try.I believe we can seize this future together because we are not as divided as our politics suggests. We're not as cynical as the pundits believe. We are greater than the sum of our individual ambitions, and we remain more than a collection of red states and blue states. We are and forever will be the United States of America.And together with your help and God's grace we will continue our journey forward and remind the world just why it is that we live in the greatest nation on Earth.Thank you, America. God bless you. God bless these United States."谢谢，非常感谢。

天津市南开中学2024-2025学年高二上学期11月期中英语试题一、单项选择1．— Mike will announce his retirement from professional soccer next week.—________! He’s only 25 and still very fit.A．I don’t mind at all B．I couldn’t agree moreC．You will make it D．You can’t be serious2．The manager promised to deal with the complaint he reached the office.A．until B．ever sinceC．the moment D．at the moment3．When it comes to staring a business, really matters is a sound business plan, access to capital, and good management skills.A．that B．which C．what D．why4．At college, Barack Obama didn’t know that he ______ the first black president of the United States of America.A．would become B．becomes C．will become D．became5．The witness was careful not to ________ any details when telling the police everything he had seen.A．put out B．give out C．leave out D．look out6．The customer praised the manager, who, ______ praised his staff.A．at random B．by chance C．in turn D．on occasion 7．When deeply ________ in work, ________ was often the case, he would forget all about eating or sleeping.A．absorbing; that B．absorbing; which C．absorbed; it D．absorbed; as 8．Silence may be viewed by some cultural groups as extremely uncomfortable; therefore may be made to fill every gap with conversation.A．concepts B．criticism C．remarks D．attempts9．While listening, remember that it is not to listen only with your ears; you must listen with your brain as well.A．permanent B．sufficient C．essential D．complicated10．I bought two pens last week, ________ writes easily.A．both of which B．neither of which C．both of them D．neither of them 11．We regret _______ that all flights to Florida will be put off due to the coming storms.A．announcing B．to have announced C．to announce D．to be announced 12．— Caroline, you are asked to give a presentation on our new electronic product at tomorrow’s conference.—________. I am not good at public speeches, you know.A．Don’t put me on the spot B．Don’t drag your feetC．Don’t be such a wet blanket D．Don’t beat around the bush 13．—Angela just doesn’t like me. She won’t even say hello.—________. Actually, she’s very shy.A．I have no idea B．Don’t jump to conclusionsC．Don’t mention it D．There is no doubt about it14．He suggested we set off for the station immediately. _________ , we will miss the train.A．Therefore B．Meanwhile C．However D．Otherwise15．He found his daughter ________ by letters and books and ________ very worried.A．surrounding, looking B．surrounded, lookingC．being surrounding, looked D．being surrounded, looking二、完形填空On March 10, 2019, eight-year-old Tanitoluwa "Tani” Adewumi beat 73 young competitors to win the New York State Chess Championship in his age category—kindergarten to third grade. While the 16 is great, what is even more amazing is that the boy 17 learning the game less than a year ago.Tani and his family 18 in New York City from Nigeria in 2017. Soon after, Tani started to study at the 19 elementary school, P. S. 116, which is near his home. It was here that the young boy was first20 to the chess. 21 by the game, the boy begged his mother, Oluwatoyin, to allow him to 22 the school's chess club. Considering that the family would be unable to afford the 23 , Oluwatoyin emailed chess24 Russel Makofsky,who ran the club. To her surprise and 25 , Makofsky agreed to charge young Tani nothing.The young boy made up his mind to practice harder in return for his 26 He has won seven important prizes in less than a year, and 27 #27 in America in his age category.28 the chess club certainly helps, Tani's success can be largely owed to (归功于)his29 to the game. The chess player 30 the game for several hours a day. Every Saturday, Tani and his mother 31 to Harlem for a free 3-hour class to help further sharpen his game skills.He is now busy 32 the National Elementary Championships, which will be held in Nashville, TN. Winning the 33 will bring the chess player closer to his dream of becoming the world's 34 chess grand master (大师). The record is now held by Russian chess player Sergey Alexandrovich Karjakin, who won the title in 2002 at the age of 12 years. We have no 35 that the determined boy will achieve his goal soon!16．A．agreement B．achievement C．treatment D．argument 17．A．began B．enjoyed C．missed D．minded 18．A．stayed B．worked C．lay D．arrived 19．A．religious B．local C．strict D．distant 20．A．introduced B．compared C．invited D．directed 21．A．Confused B．Encouraged C．Attracted D．Beaten 22．A．found B．run C．join D．visit23．A．bills B．trips C．meals D．fees 24．A．teacher B．customer C．learner D．farmer 25．A．sadness B．happiness C．puzzlement D．anger 26．A．rescue B．wish C．help D．service 27．A．loses B．sets C．has D．ranks28．A．If B．Unless C．Though D．Because 29．A．devotion B．action C．reception D．return 30．A．appreciates B．practices C．watches D．creates 31．A．return B．lead C．point D．head 32．A．preparing for B．waiting for C．caring for D．searching for 33．A．friendship B．war C．praise D．competition34．A．smallest B．strongest C．youngest D．tallest 35．A．doubt B．wonder C．problem D．sign三、阅读理解“Never give up! Never give up!” sang my two young children, Max and Charley, as they marched barefoot behind their grandmother Mimi on another adventure, off the beach where they had spent the day building sand castles and beating the waves. This time, they were seeking the ice-cream truck.Over the years, Mimi had become our family’s source of positivity through her effort. My father’s death left her to raise me and my ten-year-old brother alone at forty. She faced tragedy that is powerful enough to cloud just about anyone’s outlook. Instead, she challenged herself to find joy every day. She was always up for a new challenge, whether parasailing (驾帆伞滑翔) over the Gulf of Mexico, or signing up for tap-dancing classes at fifty. Leading by example, Mom taught us how much one could accomplish with a positive attitude.She has taken the same approach in her relationship with her grandchildren. Prior to starting her adventure with Max and Charley that hot July afternoon, Mimi heard the familiar sound of the ice-cream man’s bell from her beach chair. The ice-cream man’s visit is a daily occurrence at the beach, but one must be quick to catch his truck. Max and Charley were disappointed when they didn’t catch him in time that day, until Mimi’s eyes sparkled and explained that they could rush to find it at its next stop.They walked block after block. My kids’ tiny legs were tired, but they went on. After about twenty minutes’ walking, Max spoke out loud, “Maybe we should give up.” Charley responded with a quick “No way! Never give up!” and resumed her singing with Mimi.Just two blocks later, they found it. Max and Charley screamed with excitement, “Never give up!” Simple though it was, that phrase has become our battle cry (口号) for the challenges we face. Upon hearing those words, they are instantly transported to a positive state of mind — where the next ice-cream truck is just around the corner.36．Why were Max and Charley marching barefoot?A．To get some extra exercise on the beach.B．To meet their grandma’s special request.C．To run after the truck for an ice cream.D．To build sand castles and fight the waves.37．How did Mimi demonstrate her positive attitude and resilience after her husband’s death?A．She led a private life and avoided social interactions.B．She focused on finding joy every day despite the tragedy.C．She immediately signed up for tap-dancing classes.D．She started a new career to distract herself from her loss.38．How did Charley react to Max’s disappointment?A．She blamed him for being loud.B．She took the idea and followed suit.C．She turned to Mimi for some advice.D．She opposed him and went on seeking.39．What does the underline word “resumed” mean in paragraph four?A．repeated B．continued C．stopped D．whispered 40．What lesson can we learn from the story?A．Self-trust is the first secret of success.B．Remain positive in times of difficulties.C．Seize a chance in life before it disappears.D．Hope for the best and prepare for the worst.Naming hurricaneNew research from the University of Illinois finds that hurricanes with female names are likely to cause more deaths than those with male names. The study examined over 60 years of hurricanes which hit the US. The results showed there were higher death tolls, on average, when the hurricanes were given a female name. This wasn’t because female-named hurricanes were any more severe; rather that people’s behavior changed.Sharon Shavitt, one of the authors of the report, explained: “In judging the intensity of a storm, people appear to be applying their beliefs about how men and women behave. This makes a female-named hurricane, such as Belle or Candy, seem gentle and less violent.” Peopleunconsciously say to themselves: how could I be killed by a hurricane called Candy? In fact, hurricanes are named arbitrarily, and the names tell you nothing about the severity of the storm.But, if people in the path of the storm are letting its name affect whether they take shelter, what we call it may matter more than we think. Having searched through the records, the researchers returned to the lab to test their finding experimentally. People were given a series of hypothetical storms with male and female names and asked to make judgments about their intensity and the risk they faced. The results showed that people often regarded male-named hurricanes, like Hurricane Christopher or Hurricane Victor as more intense and riskier than the female-named ones, like Hurricane Alexandra and Hurricane Christina. Shavitt continued, “People imagining a ‘female’ hurricane were not as willing to seek shelter. The fixed ideas that underlie (是……的基础) these judgments are subtle and not necessarily hostile toward women - they may involve viewing women as warmer and less aggressive than men.”The fact is that until the late 1970s, hurricanes were always given female names, as they were thought to represent women’s qualities like unpredictability. This practice -and the sexist reasoning behind it -was rightly abandoned in favour of choosing between male and female. Strangely, though, what we’ve learnt is that we’d be better off naming all hurricanes after men to take advantage of people’s fixed views.The researchers estimate that changing a severe hurricane’s name from “Eloise” to “Charles” could potentially cut the death toll by one-third. Perhaps the naming of hurricane is one specific situation where we shouldn’t worry about being sexist, if being a little sexist is going to save lives. 41．Hurricanes with female names are likely to cause more deaths because .A．male named hurricanes are not terribleB．female-named hurricanes are more severeC．people think the female-named hurricanes are not severeD．people prefer to challenge the male-named hurricanes42．The underlined word “arbitrarily” in Paragraph 2 probably means .A．for humor B．on purpose C．by chance D．in turn 43．According to the passage, which name can possibly cut the death toll?A．Eloise.B．Candy.C．Christina.D．Charles.44．Why did hurricane naming conventions change from only female names to both male andfemale names in the late 1970s?A．It was realized that hurricanes should not be gendered.B．People desired to honor both male and female historical figures.C．People recognized the previous naming convention was based on sexist reasoning.D．The number of hurricanes requiring more diverse names to avoid repetition increased. 45．It can be inferred from the passage that .A．future hurricanes will be named after men more oftenB．being sexist in naming hurricanes helps save livesC．sexism in naming hurricanes will be bannedD．rules of naming hurricanes will be changedFor more than two decades, Elon Musk has focused SpaceX, his rocket company, on his lifelong goal of reaching Mars. Over the last year, he has also built up work on what will happen if he gets there.Mr. Musk, has directed SpaceX employees to drill into the design and details of a Martian city, according to five people with knowledge of the efforts and documents viewed by The New York Times. One team is drawing up plans for small dome habitats, including the materials that could be used to build them. Another is working on spacesuits to deal with Mars’s terrible environment, while a medical team is researching whether humans can have children there.These initiatives, which are at their early stage, are a shift toward more concrete planning for life on Mars as Mr. Musk’s timeline has hastened (加速). While he said in 2016 that it would take 40 to 100 years to have a self-sustaining civilization on the planet, Mr. Musk told SpaceX employees in April that he now expects one million people to be living there in about 20 years.Mr. Musk has long tried to defy (违抗) the impossible and has often managed to beat tough odds. But his vision for life on Mars takes his seemingly limitless ambitions to their most extreme — and some might say absurdist — point. No one has ever set foot on the planet. NASA doesn’t expect to land humans on Mars until the 2040s. And if people get there, they will be greeted by icy temperatures, dust storms, and air that is impossible to breathe.Yet Mr. Musk sticks to the idea of creating a civilization on Mars—he once said he plans to die there — that it has pushed nearly every business effort he has made on Earth. His vision for Marsunderlies most of the six companies that he leads or owns, each of which could potentially contribute to a space colony, according to the documents and the people with knowledge of the efforts.The Boring Company, a private tunneling venture founded by Mr. Musk, was started in part to ready equipment to dig under Mars’s surface, two of the people said. Mr. Musk has told people that he bought X, the social media platform, partly to help test how a citizen-led government that rules by consensus (共识) might work on Mars. He has also said that he imagines residents on the planet driving a version of the steel-paneled Cybertrucks made by Tesla, his electric vehicle company.46．What measures are being taken by SpaceX to realize their dream of Mars?A．Designing large spaceships and building hospitals.B．Planning for habitats and designing spacesuits.C．Developing technologies and training medical teams.D．Building space stations and inspiring employees to strive.47．What is Elon Musk’s current timeline for establishing a self-sustaining civilization on Mars?A．40 to 100 years from 2016.B．Within the next 20 years.C．By the 2050s.D．He has not specified a timeline.48．How do some people find Mr. Musk’s vision for Mars?A．Practical and achievable.B．Unreasonable and time-consuming.C．Theoretical and promising.D．Over-ambitious and ridiculous.49．Why did Mr. Musk purchase X social media platform?A．Because he intended to create a company on Mars.B．Because he was interested in promoting social network on Mars.C．Because he wanted to make profits by running it on Mars.D．Because he dreamt of a resident-managed government for Mars.50．What is the passage mainly about?A．Elon Musk’s determination and initiatives to put people on Mars.B．Elon Musk’s efforts to overcome the challenges of exploring Mars.C．Elon Musk’s overall vision for the future development of Mars.D．Elon Musk’s companies on Mars and their contributions.阅读下面短文，按照题目要求用英语回答问题。

奥巴马最经典十首英文演讲Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, is renowned for his oratory skills and has delivered many memorable speeches throughout his political career. Here are ten of his most classic English speeches:1. "A More Perfect Union" (2008) - Addressing racial tensions during his presidential campaign, Obama called for unity and a deeper understanding of America's racial history.2. Democratic National Convention Keynote (2004) - As a young senator, Obama delivered an inspiring speech that catapulted him into the national spotlight, emphasizing the importance of unity and shared values.3. Eulogy for the Charleston Church Shooting Victims (2015) - After the tragic shooting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Obama's speech was a powerfulcall for love and forgiveness.4. "The Audacity of Hope" (2006) - The title of his second book, this speech from the 2006 National Press Club Luncheon outlined his vision for a hopeful and inclusive America.5. "A New Season of Service" (2009) - In his firstFather's Day speech as President, Obama emphasized the importance of service and civic engagement.6. "The Future of Our Children" (2010) - Addressing education reform, Obama called for a commitment to improving schools and opportunities for all children.7. "Change We Can Believe In" (2008) - A central theme of his presidential campaign, this speech highlighted the need for change and the potential of the American people.8. "A Call to Renewal" (2006) - At the Call to Renewal conference, Obama discussed the role of faith in politics and the importance of social justice.9. "The State of Our Union" (2012) - In this State of the Union address, Obama outlined his vision for a strong and prosperous America.10. "Farewell Address" (2017) - As he prepared to leave office, Obama reflected on his presidency, the progress made, and the challenges that lay ahead for the country.Each of these speeches showcases Obama's eloquence and his ability to connect with audiences on a deeply emotional level, inspiring hope and action in the face of adversity.。

永不言弃英语演讲稿奥巴马Ladies and gentlemen,Today, I stand before you to talk about a person who exemplifies the principle of never giving up. That person is none other than former President Barack Obama.Barack Obama's journey to becoming the 44th President of the United States is truly an inspiring tale of resilience, determination, and perseverance. Born to a Kenyan father and American mother, he faced countless challenges from a young age, including racial discrimination and a tumultuous family background. However, he never allowed these obstacles to define him or deter him from his goals.As a young man, Obama faced rejection in his pursuit of a career in politics. He lost his first Congressional election in 2000, and his bid for a seat in the House of Representatives in 2004. But he didn't let these setbacks deter him. Instead, he used them as motivation to work even harder and improve his skills as a leader.In 2008, Obama famously said, "Yes, we can." These three words encapsulate his unwavering beliefin the power of determination and persistence. Despite being a relatively unknown senator from Illinois, he ran for the highest office in the land against all odds. Many doubted his ability to overcome the challenges and win the presidency. Yet, with each setback or obstacle, he remained steadfast in his determination to bring change to America.Throughout his presidency, Obama faced numerous challenges, both domestically and globally. From economic crises to healthcare reform, each hurdle tested his leadership skills and resolve. But he never backed down. He worked tirelessly to address these issues and find solutions that would benefit the American people.One of the most inspiring aspects of Obama's presidency was his ability to remain calm and composed, even in the face of intense criticism and political opposition. He listened to differing opinions, engaged in constructive dialogue, and sought common ground wherever possible. Regardless of the obstacles he faced, he always remained focused on his vision for a more inclusive, prosperous, and united America.In conclusion, Barack Obama's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and the refusal to give up. He faced countless challenges along the way, but his unwavering determination and relentless pursuit of his goals allowed him to overcome them and achieve unprecedented success. His story serves as a reminder that no matter how difficult or impossible our dreams may seem, as long as we never give up, we can achieve greatness.Thank you.。

Part I Writing (30 minutes)Part II Reading Comprehension (Skimming and Scanning) (15 minutes)Surviving the RecessionAmerica's recession began quietly at the end of 2007. Since then it has evolved into a global crisis. Reasonable people may disagree about whom to blame. Financiers who were not as clever as they thought they were? Regulators falling asleep at work? Consumers who borrowed too much? Politicians who thoughtlessly promoted home-ownership for those who could not afford it? All are guilty; and what a mess they have created.Since 2007 America has shed 5 million jobs. More than 15% of the workforce are jobless or underemployed - roughly 25 million workers. The only industries swelling their payrolls are health care, utilities and the federal government. The value of listed shares in American firms collapsed by 57% from its peak in October 2007 to a low in March this year, though it has since bounced back somewhat. Industrial production fell by 12. 8% in the year to March, the worst slide since the Second World War. Mark Zandi, and economist at Moody's Economy, com, predicts that the recession will shrink America's economy by 3.5% in total. For most executives, this is the worst business environment they've ever seen.Times are so tough that even bosses are taking pay cuts. Median (中位数的) pay for chiefexecutives of S&P 500 companies fell 6.8% in 2008. The overthrown business giants of Wall Street took the biggest knock, with average pay cuts of 38% and median bonuses of zero. But there was some pain for everyone; median pay for chief executives of non-financial firms in the S&P 500 fell by 2.7%.Nearly every business has a sad tale to tell. For example, Arne Sorenson, the president of Marriott hotels, likens the crisis to the downturn that hit his business after September 11th, 2001. When the twin towers fell, Americans stopped travelling. Marriott had its worst quarter ever, with revenues per room falling by 25%. This year, without a terrorist attack, the hotel industry is "putting the same numbers on the board", says Mr. Sorenson.The hotel bust (不景气), like most busts, was preceded by a breathtaking boom. Although many other big firms resisted the temptation to over-borrow, developers borrowed heavily and built bigger and fancier hotels as if the whole world were planning a holiday in Las Vegas. When the bubble burst, demand collapsed. Hotel owners found themselves with a huge number of empty rooms even as a lot of unnecessary new hotels were ready to open.Other industries have suffered even more. Large numbers of builders, property firms and retailers have gone bankrupt. And a disaster has hit Detroit. Last year the American car industry had the capacity to make 17 million vehicles. Sales in 2009 could be barely half of that. The Big Three American carmakers - General Motors, Ford and Chrysler - accumulated ruinous costs over the post-war years, such as gold-plated health plans and pensions for workers who retired as young as 48. All three are desperately restructuring. Only Ford may survive in its current form.Hard times breed hard feelings. Few Americans understand what caused the recession. Some are seeking scapegoats (替罪羊). Politicians are happy to take advantage. Bosses have been summoned to Washington to be scolded on live television. The president condemns their greed.Extravagance (奢侈) is outBusinessfolk are bending over backwards to avoid seeming extravagant. Meetings at resorts are suddenly unacceptable. Goldman Sachs, an investment bank, cancelled a conference in Las Vegas at the last minute and rebooked it in San Francisco, which cost more but sounded less fun. Anyway, the pain will eventually end. American business will regain its shine. Many firms will die, but the survivors will emerge leaner and stronger than before. The financial sector's share of the economy will shrink, and stay shrunk for years to come. The importance of non-financial firms will accordingly rise, along with their ability to attract the best talent. America will remain the best place on earth to do business, so long as Barack Obama and the Democrats in Congress resist the temptation to interfere too much, and so long as organised labour does not overplay its hand.The crisis will prove hugely disruptive (破坏性的) , however. Bad management techniques will be exposed. Necessity will force the swift adoption of more efficient ones. At the same time, technological innovation (创新) will barely pause for breath- and two big political changes seem likely.Mr. Obama's plan to curb carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions (排放), though necessary, will be far from cost-free, whatever his sunny speeches on the subject might suggest. The shift to a low-carbon economy will help some firms, hurt others and require every organisation that uses much energy to rethink how it operates. It is harder to predict how Mr. Obama's proposed reforms to the failing health-care system will turn out. If he succeeds in curbing costs - a big if - itwould be a huge gain for America. Some businesses will benefit but the vast bulk of the savings will be captured by workers, .注意：此部分试题请在答题卡1上作答。

英汉口译第六单元Proclamation by U.S. President Obama on Earth Day美国总统奥巴马地球日公告2011年4月22日For over 40 years, our Nation has come together on Earth Day to appreciate and raise awareness about our environment, natural heritage, and the resources upon which generations of Americans have depended. Healthy land and clean water and air are essential to the health of our communities and wildlife.40多年来，我们国家一直在“地球日”这天共同赞美我们的环境、自然遗产以及各种资源，同时提高对它们的认识，这些都是世代美国人所赖以生存的。

肥沃的土壤、清洁的水源和空气是我们的社区以及野生动植物的健康之本。

Earth Day is an opportunity to renew America's commitment to preserving and protecting the state of our environment through community service and responsible stewardship.我们在“地球日”之际重申，美国致力于通过社区服务和负责任的管理来维护和保护环境。

From the purity of the air that we breathe and the water we drink to the condition of the land where we live, work, and play, the vitality of our natural resources has a profound influence on the well-being of our families and the strength of our economy.从我们呼吸的空气和饮水的清新纯净，到我们赖以生活、工作和娱乐的土地的状况，自然资源的活力对我们的家庭福祉与经济力量具有深刻影响。