In the past when money was given from government to government, there was no accountability, especially the World Bank loans. Nobody was held accountable for the misuse of World Bank loans. That is why it is important to channel some of the money through civil society groups.

When I say drop your pants and show me the moon, I'm not just whistling Dixie!

Because the union of a man and woman deserves an honored place in our society, I support the protection of marriage against activist judges. And I will continue to appoint federal judges who know the difference between personal opinion and the strict interpretation of the law.

When it comes to the common rights and needs of men and women, there is no clash of civilizations. The requirements of freedom apply fully to Africa and Latin America and the entire Islamic world. The peoples of the Islamic nations want and deserve the same freedoms and opportunities as people in every nation. And their governments should listen to their hopes.

And our security will require all Americans to be forward-looking and resolute, to be ready for pre-emptive action.

I would guess, I would surmise that some of the more spectacular bombings are done by al Qaeda suiciders.

It is clear our nation is reliant upon big foreign oil. More and more of our imports come from overseas.