In those rare moments, when such a person comes along, we need to put aside our plans and reach for what we know is possible.

It is not easy to stand up against your constituents or your friends or colleagues or your community and take a tough stand for something you believe is right. Because you always want to keep working and live to fight another battle and it might cost you your career.

In terms of my marriage, you know, falling in love with my husband was by far the best thing that's ever happened to me.

I am, you know, a Democrat through and through. I've always voted Democratic. You know, that is where my heart lies.

I have never had a president who inspired me the way people tell me that my father inspired them. But for the first time, I believe I have found the man who could be that president - not just for me, but for a new generation of Americans.

I can’t stand to hear his [Obama’s] voice anymore. He’s a liar, and worse.

I've campaigned for people. I've campaigned across the country for people. I have supported people in local elections. I do work with groups and causes. So, I feel like I am a participant and a civically-engaged citizen.