My own belief is that the way we grow the economy, create jobs, create wealth is in the private sector. The government doesn't do that.

The bottom line is that we've had enormous successes (in Iraq) and we will continue to have enormous successes.

I think the decision that's been made with respect to allowing gays to serve openly in the military is a good one.

When we get people who are more concerned about reading the rights to an Al Qaeda terrorist than they are with protecting the United States against people who are absolutely committed to do anything they can to kill Americans, then I worry.

The good Lord didn't see fit to put oil and gas only where there are democratically elected regimes friendly to the United States. Occasionally we have to operate in places where, all things considered, one would not normally choose to go. But, we go where the business is.

I think freedom means freedom for everybody.

We must be prepared to face our responsibilities and be willing to use force if necessary.