In the long history of the world, only a few generations have been granted the role of defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger. I do not shrink from this responsibility - I welcome it.

I don't think the intelligence reports are all that hot. Some days I get more out of the New York Times.

I think 'Hail to the Chief' has a nice ring to it.

Those who do nothing are inviting shame as well as violence. Those who act boldly are recognizing right as well as reality.

I know there is a God - I see the storm coming and I see his hand in it - if he has a place then I am ready - we see the hand.

Fail miserably, achieve greatly!

In a time of domestic crisis, men of goodwill and generosity should be able to unite regardless of party or politics.