An ability to compromise is important. That means stepping back and getting the ego out of the way in order to accomplish what you want to get done.

If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. I lost three times before I got elected. There's no limit. Stay in pursuit of your dreams.

I have no problems with private schools. I graduated from one and so did my mother.

The President's call for more math and science students is not being heeded by his party's leaders in Congress. They are cutting over $10 billion from student aide while refusing to fully fund No Child Left Behind. Something doesn't add up.

A lot of very competent people sometimes make errors.

I'm heartened by the growing awareness of global warming among important communities and organizations in our nation.

An ability to compromise is important. That means stepping back and getting the ego out of the way in order to accomplish what you want to get done.