I propose that a teacher's pay be tied to merit, not tenure. And I propose that a teacher's employment be tied to performance, not just showing up.

Self-confidence is something caught and not taught. And, risk-running and chance-taking are the only ways to catch it.

We have to show leadership in protecting our environment so that we have a future for our children and grandchildren.

Look, I'm an immigrant, so I know what it is like to dream about coming to America and then to get here and be able to make your dreams a reality, ... Of course, there are millions of people who want to come here. Let's help them, let's find a legal way t

You never want to fail because you didn't work hard enough.

I never listen that you can't.

With strength and determination you can do anything you want in life, as long as you believe in yourself, because if you don't, no one else will.