But comfortable, affluent Americans also have a stake in defending economic dynamism, which not only preserves and extends prosperity but also fosters creativity, enterprise, and learning.
So in the midst of this prosperity in our economy, will we stand on the foundation and build upon the foundation and extend the prosperity so that it reaches all, or will we erode the foundation by squandering the surplus on the very wealthy, who already have much at the expense of the many who have not yet participated in this prosperity.
On that foundation, confident of who we are, we will extend peace, prosperity and liberty beyond our shores.
This landmark agreement will extend economic prosperity at home and promote economic freedom in China, increasing the prospects for openness in China and a more peaceful future for all of us.
After the historic vote, which passed with little debate today, Mr. Clinton told reporters, "This landmark agreement will extend economic prosperity at home and promote economic freedom in China, increasing the prospects for openness in China and a more peaceful future for all of us".
Mr Salmond defends his pre-credit crunch talk of an "arc of prosperity" extending from, er, Iceland, through Ireland, then Scotland and onwards (now mocked as an "arc of insolvency").
And even more importantly, Americans across all generations have been on a "rights" quest, continually extending rights, progressing prosperity, and increasing free expression.
The question "is not whether America will lead, but how we will lead, not just to secure our peace and prosperity, but also to extend peace and prosperity around the globe".
The question we face - the question you will face - is not whether America will lead, but how we will lead, not just to secure our peace and prosperity, but also to extend peace and prosperity around the globe.
We protect our own freedom and prosperity by extending it to others.
