Im a strong proponent of the restoration of the wetlands, for a lot of reasons. Theres a practical reason, though, when it comes to hurricanes: The stronger the wetlands, the more likely the damage of the hurricane.

I would like to remembered as President as somebody who did not compromise principles in order to try to be loved or liked.

I've watched politics for years. Republicans rarely get credit for the good things that happen in the economy during their watch. Democrats always get more credit than they deserve. They are just better at political discourse that we are.

I didn't grow up in the ocean -- as a matter of fact -- near the ocean -- I grew up in the desert. Therefore, it was a pleasant contrast to see the ocean. And I particularly like it when I'm fishing.

Before history is written down in books, it is written in courage.

We spent a lot of time talking about Africa, as we should. Africa is a nation that suffers from incredible disease.

We really don't need the United Nations approval to act. When it comes to our security, we do not need anyones permission.