Decades of record immigration have produced lower wages and higher unemployment for our citizens, especially for African American and Latino workers. We are going to have an immigration system that works, but one that works for the American people.

I've been challenged by so many people, and I don't frankly have time for total political correctness. And to be honest with you, this country doesn't have time either. This country is in big trouble. We don't win anymore.

If I am the nominee I will not run as an independent.

If we had leaders that knew what they were doing, which we don't.

The image of success is important, but even more important is the ability to focus on solutions instead of on problems. That way, you'll never be thinking like a loser, and you probably won't look like one either.

I say, isn't that a shame [a trade with Japan], it's so one-sided.

Other people paint beautifully on canvas or write wonderful poetry. I like making deals. Preferably big ones.