I write about things that are important for us as Americans. I'm concerned about al-Qaeda sneaking across the border with the illegal immigrants that are using the coyotes to get across the border. And that's not a Democrat or Republican issue, that's a national security issue

Well, my books - I think one of the hallmarks of my thrillers is that they're based in reality.

If we talk about the glass being half empty or half full, I want to know what does the glass look like from underneath the table?

The reason socialism has failed around the world every time it's been tried is because people in socialist countries have looked at the United States and have said if they can have it that good, we can. It's a failed, flawed ideology, but if you ask socialists why it's always failed, it's because the United States has stood in the way.

I've got more ideas for books than I'll ever be able to use in my lifetime. I'm very fortunate like that

I am indeed honored to call him my friend.

You know when I told you the joke about how a friend will help you move, but a real friend will help you move a body? I was only kidding.