New Zealand, by the way, where I was ambassador, has had two women prime ministers - one from either party.

I think Americans want to believe in this country again.

I was the only person of color in the Senate, and my colleagues were Strom Thurmond, Jesse Helms and Trent Lott.

Well, if you pick a fight with somebody that's smaller than you and you beat them, where's the honor in that?

If I lose, I'm going to retire from politics, practice law, and wear bright leather pants.

We must invest in infrastructure development and rebuilding communities to create jobs.

I think it does suggest that the American people really do want to listen to somebody who actually has some solutions, some answers, and gives them some hope.