Obama reaction to Peace Prize

[0:08] ..." Prize. And it just a minute we'll hear from him in the White House rose garden. The choice of the new president is seen as an endorsement of his vision as one -- put it the Nobel committee making a kind of down payment for peace. CBS news White House correspondent Peter Mayer is joining us Peter you've got the first reaction brief -- it was from the White House this morning they clearly did not see this coming."...

[0:32] ..." Steve but the a peace prize news was a bombshell for this White House. Spokesman Robert Gibbs in a very early morning emailed to me said only one word wow. And in about 45 minutes after sending"...

[1:14] ..." the Nobel Peace Prize committee. The president now walking out to the White House podium here on a brilliant day. A fall day here in the rose garden and here's the president of the United States."...

[3:34] ..." for the world we seek. We cannot tolerate a world in which nuclear weapons spread to more nations. In which the terror of nuclear holocaust. In dangers more people. That's why we've begun to take concrete steps to pursue a world without. Nuclear weapons because all nations have the right pursued peaceful nuclear power but all nations have the responsibility. To demonstrate their peaceful intentions. We"...

[6:05] ..." will not be completed. During my presence. Some like the elimination of nuclear weapons may not be completed in my lifetime. But I know these challenges can be -- So long as it's recognized that they"...

[7:22] ..." President Obama at the White House commenting on. The Nobel Peace Prize and they said it was not how he expected to wake up this morning getting a phone call like that. He said it was not a recognition of accomplishments so marches for American leadership -- gives his causes momentum and there's certainly plenty of those. CBS's Peter mayors -- those of the White House. There's certainly some momentum may develop Peter -- also I would guess some pressure to deliver results to right."...

[7:52] ..." issues that the president mentioned starting with the peace process in the Middle East that's been such a stubborn situation for him and for his predecessors. The president talked about what he framed as the elusive dream of somehow making it a world without nuclear weapons. But he painted this as. A broader. Award presentation. Saying that it's a call to action to confront the challenges of the"...

[8:35] ..." As -- rare live at the White House and again President Obama says he will go to Oslo Norway to accept the Nobel Peace Prize. CBS news Special Report but"...

[0:01]" This is a CBS news Special Report I'm Steve case in the surprising word came this morning president Barack Obama wins the Nobel Peace Prize. And it just a minute we'll hear from him in the White House rose garden. The choice of the new president is seen as an endorsement of his vision as one -- put it the Nobel committee making a kind of down payment for peace. CBS news White House correspondent Peter Mayer is joining us Peter you've got the first reaction brief -- it was from the White House this morning they clearly did not see this coming."

[0:30]" No you know forgive them the mixed metaphor here's Steve but the a peace prize news was a bombshell for this White House. Spokesman Robert Gibbs in a very early morning emailed to me said only one word wow. And in about 45 minutes after sending that message mr. Gibbs. Put in a wake up call to President Obama. And we will find out in just a few moments of what his exact response is. But we were told at the time that he was very humbled by this were told to look for the president to deliver a very brief message here. I think -- you can expect him to make some light. Of the out of the blue nature of this but he's also going to say that he's accepting the prize on behalf of the entire country. And that he hopes to live up to the ideals of the Nobel Peace Prize committee. The president now walking out to the White House podium here on a brilliant day. A fall day here in the rose garden and here's the president of the United States."

[1:26]" The morning -- Well this is. Not are expected to wake up this morning. After I received the news -- walked in and said. -- you won the Nobel Peace Prize. And it is -- that. And then -- added plus we have a three day weekend coming up. So it's it's good to have kids to keep things in perspective. I am. Both surprised and deeply humbled. By the decision of the Nobel committee. Let me be clear I do not view it as a recognition. Of my. Own accomplishments. But rather as an affirmation. American leadership on behalf of aspirations. Helped by people. In all nations. To be honest I do not feel. That I deserve. To be in the company. Of so many of the transformative figures who've been honored by this process. Men and women -- inspired me. And inspired the entire world through their courageous pursuit of peace. But I also know that this price reflects the kind of world. That those men and women in all Americans want to built. The world that gives life to the promise of our founding documents. And I know that throughout history the Nobel Peace Prize has not just been used to honor specific achievement. It's also been used as a means to give momentum to a set of costs. And that is why I will accept this award as they called action. Call for all nations to confront. The common challenges of the 20%. These challenges. Can't be met by any one leader. Or anyone nation. That's wired my administration worked to establish a new era. Of engagement in which all nations must take responsibility for the world we seek. We cannot tolerate a world in which nuclear weapons spread to more nations. In which the terror of nuclear holocaust. In dangers more people. That's why we've begun to take concrete steps to pursue a world without. Nuclear weapons because all nations have the right pursued peaceful nuclear power but all nations have the responsibility. To demonstrate their peaceful intentions. We cannot accept the growing threat posed by climate change. Which took forever damage the world. That we pass on to our children -- conflict. And famine. Destroying coastlines and emptied cities and that's why -- all nations. Must now accept their share responsibility. For transforming the way that we use energy. We can't allow differences between peoples to defy the way that we see one another. And that's why we must pursue a new beginning among people of different faiths and races. And religions. One based on mutual interest and mutual respect. We must all do our part to resolve those conflicts that have caused so much pain and hardship. Over so many years that effort must include an unwavering commitment. To finally realized the rights of all Israelis and Palestinians who live in peace and security. In nations of their -- We can't accept a world in which more people are denied that opportunity and dignity. That all people here. The ability to get an education and make a decent living the security that you won't have to live in fear of disease. Or violence. Without hope for the future. Even as we strive to seek a world in which conflicts are resolved peacefully and prosperity is widely shared. We have to confront the world as we know it today. I'm the commander in chief of a country that's responsible. War. Ending the war. And working in another theater to confront a ruthless adversary that directly threatens the American people and our allies. I'm also aware that we are dealing with the impact of global economic crisis that is what millions of Americans. Looking for work. These are concerns that I confront every day on behalf of the American people. Some of the work confronting us will not be completed. During my presence. Some like the elimination of nuclear weapons may not be completed in my lifetime. But I know these challenges can be -- So long as it's recognized that they will not be met by one person. Or one nation alone. This award is not simply about the efforts of my administration it's about the courageous efforts. Of people around the world. That's why this war must be shared -- one who strives for justice and dignity. For the young woman who marched silently in the streets on behalf of her right to be hurt even in the face -- beatings and bullets. The leader imprisoned in her own home because she refuses to abandon her commitment to democracy. The soldier who sacrificed. -- tour after tour of duty on behalf of someone. After a world away. And for all those men and women across the world and sacrifice the safety. And their freedom. And sometimes their lives. For the cause of peace. That has always been the cause of America. That's why the world has always look to America. And that's why I believe America will continue to -- Thank you very much."

[7:22]" President Obama at the White House commenting on. The Nobel Peace Prize and they said it was not how he expected to wake up this morning getting a phone call like that. He said it was not a recognition of accomplishments so marches for American leadership -- gives his causes momentum and there's certainly plenty of those. CBS's Peter mayors -- those of the White House. There's certainly some momentum may develop Peter -- also I would guess some pressure to deliver results to right."

[7:49]" Absolutely results on the laundry list of issues that the president mentioned starting with the peace process in the Middle East that's been such a stubborn situation for him and for his predecessors. The president talked about what he framed as the elusive dream of somehow making it a world without nuclear weapons. But he painted this as. A broader. Award presentation. Saying that it's a call to action to confront the challenges of the 21 century. And again and again here he said in what was just what over five minute statement 56 minute statement here's Steve. That he's accepting it on behalf of the American people and on behalf of people all over the world who are still seeking a peace and dignity."

[8:35]" As -- rare live at the White House and again President Obama says he will go to Oslo Norway to accept the Nobel Peace Prize. CBS news Special Report but Steve case that."