There's a way to accomplish the separation of church and state and at the same time accomplish the social objective of having America become a hopeful place and loving place.

The students at Yale came from all different backgrounds and all parts of the country. Within months, I knew many of them.

The fundamental question is, 'Will I be a successful president when it comes to foreign policy?' I will be, but until I'm the president, it's going to be hard for me to verify that I think I'll be more effective.

I fully understand it's important to maintain the separation of church and state. We don't want the state to become the church, nor do we want the church to become the state.

I take personal responsibility for everything I say.

I'm uncomfortable trying to rush change of perception, except to the extent that I'm going to write a book.

When you turn your heart and your life over to Christ, when you accept Christ as the savior, it changes your heart.