Rudy Giuliani announced "12 Commitments to the American People" during a speech in Bedford yesterday. Here are his promises, in the presidential candidate's own words.

1. I will keep America on offense in the terrorists' war on us.

2. I will end illegal immigration, secure our borders and identify every noncitizen in our nation.

3. I will restore fiscal discipline and cut wasteful Washington spending.

4. I will cut taxes and reform the tax code.

5. I will impose accountability on Washington.

6. I will lead America toward energy independence.

7. I will give Americans more control over, and access to, health care with affordable and portable free-market solutions.

8. I will increase adoptions, decrease abortions and protect the quality of life for our children.

9. I will reform the legal system and appoint strict-constructionist judges.

10. I will ensure that every community in America is prepared for terrorist attacks and natural disasters.

11. I will provide access to a quality education to every child in America by giving real school choice to parents.

12. I will expand America's involvement in the global economy and strengthen our reputation around the world.