We are desperately in need of the kind of smart diplomacy that has worked for America in the past. If you use force, it should be a last resort. And it needs to be used with full understanding of the consequences.

Caring for others is an expression of what it means to be fully human.

I think that is a fair general statement, but I also believe that Senator [Barack] Obama served on a board with Mr. [Bill] Ayers for a period of time, the Woods Foundation, which was a paid directorship position.

It is not enough to preach about family values, we must value families.

I have been very consistent over the course of my entire life. I have always fought for the same values and principles.

Research shows the presence of women raises the standards of ethical behavior and lowers corruption.

It's time for a new beginning, for an end to government of the few, by the few, for the few, and to replace it with shared responsibility for shared prosperity.