And this is my solemn pledge: I will work to build a single nation of justice and opportunity. I know this is in our reach because we are guided by a power larger than ourselves who creates us equal in His image.

It's not the governor’s role to decide who goes to heaven. That’s God’s role.

Presidents, whether things are good or bad, get the blame. I understand that.

I understand gas prices are like a hidden tax - not a hidden tax; it's taking money out of people's pockets. I know that.

I think that there are certain principles which should guide decision-making for a president. One such principle was that we're all God's children, and every life is precious. To me, that's a moral statement.

This nation is daring and decent and ready for change.

It really gets me when the critics say I haven't done enough for the economy. I mean, look what I've done for the book publishing industry. You've heard some of the titles. 'Big Lies,' 'The Lies of George W. Bush,' 'The Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them.' I'd like to tell you I've read each of these books, but that'd be a lie.