My most important identity now is as a mother.

For most of my life, I deliberately led a private life in the public eye.

When my father announced his campaign for president on Oct. 3, 1991, I had already cast my vote in favor of his candidacy.

I'm sorry, I don't talk to the press. Even though I think you're cute.

I hope that young people will also look to politics as a vehicle to not only have their voices heard, but actually to be the change makers that they want to see. They are disaffected, understandably, but I hope that young people will not only turn out to vote but also run for office.

My marriage is incredibly important to me. It's the place from which I engage in the world every day, and the place to which I return every day.

I certainly believe that all of my friends should have the right, as Marc and I did, to marry their best friend. I certainly expect my straight friends to help us achieve that for all New Yorkers, for all Americans, and for the children that, at least, Marc and I hope to have someday.