I have very distinct things that I like. I have very distinct opinions. Just because I choose to be a little less overt out on the campaign [trail] doesn't mean I'm anything less than very opinionated and very intelligent.

The secret to a happy marriage is patience and honesty. I really mean that. You have to be patient, you have to be open, and you also have to be available for criticism, too.

I think Americans are good-hearted, open-minded people and race doesn't enter into this - at all.

Our government treats the LGBT community like second-class citizens.

I learned the hard way that not only do you not have to be superwoman, but it's better not to be and not to try to be. What I would like to be is just a good person - someone who tries her best and puts her best foot forward.

In everything I do, my children come first, and my husband. I just think it's so important to maintain family stability.

I think security is a big issue for people.