The experience of democracy is like the experience of life itself-always changing, infinite in its variety, sometimes turbulent and all the more valuable for having been tested by adversity.

When I reflect upon my blessings during my very nice lifetime, I am inspired to make sure that I spend the balance of the days of my existence in a productive way.

My proudest accomplishment was that I never dropped a bomb, fired a bullet, or shot a missile.

My esteem in this country has gone up substantially. It is very nice now when people wave at me, they use all their fingers.

I have a very personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It doesn't depend on the fact that he can walk on water.

Elvis Presley's death deprives our country of a part of itself. He was unique, irreplaceable. More than twenty years ago, he burst upon the scene with an impact that was unprecedented and will probably never be equaled. His music and his personality, fusing the styles of white country and black rhythm and blues, permanently changed the face of American popular culture. His following was immense. And he was a symbol to people the world over of the vitality, rebelliousness and good humor of this country.

On the basis of both values and interests, the natural relationship between Islam and the United States is one of friendship.