I think that sports, particularly football, gave me an opportunity to be out front, to be a leader, which helped me later on, when I got into politics.

I hope never to see the day that I cannot admit having made a mistake.

The Federal role in overcoming barriers to needed health care should emphasize health care financing programs-such as Medicare and Medicaid.

Let us remember that our national unity is a most priceless asset.

It's more like it is now than it ever has been.

In a democracy, the public has a right to know not only what the government decides, but why and by what process.

Even though this is late in an election year, there is no way we can go forward except together and no way anybody can win except by serving the people's urgent needs. We cannot stand still or slip backwards. We must go forward now together.