Full participation in government and society has been a basic right of the country symbolizing the full citizenship and equal protection of all.

I don't want to respond to rumors that have no basis at all... But I am willing to respond to questions that the public and the press should know.

Reapportionment is not friendly to a lot of communities and it hasn't been too friendly to mine.

Meanwhile, our young men and women whose economic circumstances make military service a viable career choice are dying bravely in a war with no end in sight.

I really think that most people around the world know how well-intended Americans are.

We love the ability of the people to influence the actions of decision-makers, of lawmakers and presidents to be removed from or elevated to office by the will of voters, and of the community to connect amongst diverse populations through the ballot box.

As a Korean War veteran, I know firsthand and understand the sacrifices made by our men and women in uniform.