When I supported the stimulus package, I knew that it would not be popular with the Republican Party.

I must say I am not pleased to have to arrange the Senate schedule around the availability of Senators who are running for President.

How many members of Congress go face the people in a town meeting and are prepared to answer questions from the floor. That to me is the real litmus test.

It's inspirational to see someone who is dying smile.

Beating the tea party gang is more important than who does the beating.

Stability means respecting precedents.

I think my independence was a big help to getting Judges Roberts and Alito confirmed, and I think that's recognized.