We . . . declared our independence 200 years ago, and we are not about to lose it now to paper shufflers and computers.

It's discouraging how hard it is for a President to slice away large chunks of a $305 billion budget.

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

I recognize the need for technology that enriches life while preserving our natural environment. My goal is to stimulate productivity, but use technology to redeem, not to destroy our environment.

The tough decisions that a president has to make in the Oval Office are in no way related to the capability of a person to do well on television. On the other hand, the capability of a person to project favorably on television enhances that person's odds of being elected so he can serve in the Oval Office. So you can't ignore the talents, one, to be very effective on television, and on the other hand, to be very effective as an operating president.

The old question still remains: Can a free people restrain crime without sacrificing fundamental liberties and a heritage of compassion?

As a man of the Congress, let me reaffirm my conviction that the collective wisdom of our two great legislative bodies while not infallible will in the end serve the people faithfully and very, very well.