I think a public official ought to follow his conscience as to what is in the public interest, not what will protect his job.

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

The fundamental purpose of government is to protect its citizens.

No senator's vote, except for the declaration of war or the authorization for the use of force, is more important than the confirmation of a nominee for the Supreme Court for a lifetime appointment.

The First Amendment freedom of religion is as important today as when the Bill of Rights was first written.

The best way to reduce the cost of medical care is to reduce the illness.

If enough people would come out the right wing, the extremists couldn't dominate.