This will not be a campaign of half measures, and we will accept no outcome except victory.

Freedom is not our gift to the world it is God's gift to humanity.

The wisest use of American strength is to advance freedom.

[T]he people of Iraq have spoken to the world, and the world is hearing the voice of freedom from the center of the Middle East.

Torture continues to be practiced around the world by rogue regimes whose cruel methods match their determination to crush the human spirit.

Making sure every child can read, making sure that we encourage faith-based organizations ... when it comes to helping neighbors in need, making sure that our neighborhoods are safe, making sure that the state of Texas recognizes that people from all walks of life have got a shot at the Texas dream but, most importantly, making sure that government is not the answer to people's problems.

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.