We need to get beyond the politics of the moment, the deficit of the hour, the military count of the day, the numbers that rarely shape events. Our long-term interests must be in people and in the values of democracy and individual liberty.

Leadership is unlocking people's potential to become better.

I think the political process has degenerated into name-calling and extremism, and I think that that's unfortunate.

Give to another human being without the expectation of a return.

Al Gore clearly has the vision... it's a much better vision than that of George W. Bush.

Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in.

Sports is a metaphor for overcoming obstacles and achieving against great odds. Athletes, in times of difficulty, can be important role models.