This administration is doing everything we can to end the stalemate in an efficient way. We're making the right decisions to bring the solution to an end.

I believe in grace because I've seen it and peace because I've felt it and forgiveness because I've needed it.

Men are like bank accounts. Without a lot of money they don't generate a lot of interest.

You'll hear people say it's racist to test. Folks, it's racist not to test. Because guess who gets shuffled through the system oftentimes? Children whose parents don't speak English as a first language, inner-city kids. It's so much easier to quit on somebody than to remediate.

I want to live out principles that became a part of my life in my 40s, 50s, and 60s. One principle is the universality of freedom.

Prayer is a gift from Almighty God that transforms us, whether we bow our heads in solitude, or offer swift and silent prayers in times of trial. Prayer humbles us by reminding us of our place in creation. Prayer strengthens us by reminding us that God loves and cares for each and every soul in His creation. And prayer blesses us by reminding us that there is a divine plan that stands above all human plans.

The proper response to difficulty is not to retreat. It is to prevail.