I am an American, not by accident of birth but by choice. I voted with my feet and became an American because I love this country and think it is exceptional.

Alaska itself is an unusual state.

The great drama of Russian history has been between its state and society. Put simply, Russia has always had too much state and not enough society.

I'm largely in favor of financial reform.

It's not possible for two countries to be the leading dominant political power at the same time.

I grew up in this world where everything seemed possible.

If envy were the cause of terrorism, Beverly Hills [and] Fifth Avenue ... would have become targets long ago.