I don't like labels. I think they conceal more than they reveal, sort of like a bikini.

Stability means respecting precedents.

My tenure in the Senate was really as an independent and whichever, regardless of party label.

American credibility in the war on terrorism depends on a strong stand against all terrorist acts, whether committed by foe or friend.

It is with unwelcome frequency that I find myself the deciding vote.

To put more American personnel in harm's way without a realistic chance for success is something I'm not in favor of. And a realistic chance for success depends upon having the Iraqis with the will and the ability to fulfill their share of the bargain, and so far they have not.

I have not taken a position on that nuclear option. My view is I'm not going to do anything until I come to that bridge. I'm not going to jump off the bridge until I come to it