I believe education is the great equalizer.

Nebraskans have very strong opinions, but we sit down around a table and we solve our problems.

I'll get a three-page letter and the last paragraph says 'I know you'll never read this, but here's my number.' I love to call those people because the first thing they say is, 'Governor, I didn't mean everything I said in the letter about you.'

I'd rather live in Nebraska than Washington.

Economic growth is the most important initiative every governor faces.

But, I don't want to assume that our tradition of excellence is a guarantee of future excellence.

I believe education is the great equalizer.