Free societies are hopeful societies. And free societies will be allies against these hateful few who have no conscience, who kill at the whim of a hat.

I regret that a private comment I made to the vice presidential candidate made it through the public airways.

Ann and I will carry out this equivocal message to the world: Markets must be open.

[Islam] inspires countless individuals to lead lives of honesty, integrity, and morality.

I remember, right after Hezbollah launched its rocket attacks on Israel, I said: This is a clarifying moment; this is a chance for the world to see the threats of the 21st century, the challenge we face.

I do believe in the sanctity of marriage. ...But I don't see that as conflict with being a tolerant person or an understanding person.

Either well succeed, or we wont succeed. And the definition of success as I described is sectarian violence down. Success is not no violence.