I'm sorry that this is so late, but here's today's synapse-snapper:

In the first speech he gave upon being elected for his current office (of which he is the 51st holder), this man said

Solutions to problems cannot be found in a pool of bitterness. They can be found in an environment in which we trust one another's word; where we generate heat and passion, but where we recognize that each member is equally important to our overall mission of improving the life of the American people.

Who is this dedicated American?

First correct answer posted to comments wins four probably dangerously worn tires from a 1996 Honda Civic, suitable for constructing tire swings for very thick-skinned little children. No Googling or canoodling (and no paddling the school canoe, either). One guess per comment, but you may comment as often as you like.