I spent seven years of my life in the immediate aftermath of September 11th doing this work, working with the Patriot Act, working with our law enforcement, working with the surveillance community to make sure that we keep America safe.

I'd rather have my teeth drilled than listen to that awful song, 'Fly, Eagles Fly.'

You know, at some point there has to be parity. There has to be parity between what is happening in the real world, and what is happening in the public sector world.

Everybody in America has to be part of a shared sacrifice to create opportunity for greatness again for our people and our country.

The answer is I am not committed to doing anything in a new administration or not.

Mom spent the time that she was supposed to be a kid actully raising children, her younger brother and younger sister. She was tough as nails and did not suffer fools at all. And the truth was she could not afford to. She spoke the truth, bluntly, directly, and without much varnish. I am her son.

I believe that American engagement, through our embassy, our businesses, and most of all through our people, is the best way to advance our interests and support for democracy and human rights.