As a matter of fact, I didn't make a political speech outside of my state for 20 years.

I think after Sam Nunn left, I'm the last guy in the Senate who got a majority white male vote in their state.

Hilary Clinton might have been a better pick than me.

Foreign policy is like human relations, only people know less about each other.

There's good reason to be excited. You have the first woman running who is qualified, and a very attractive African-American who has demonstrated crossover appeal. I got involved in politics 40 years ago during the civil rights movement, so yes, it's an exciting thing.

I always kid the president in different circumstances. Mr. President, a country's never going to be more optimistic than the president.

I'm joking, I'm joking. Best decision I ever made.