Values are not just words, values are what we live by. They're about the causes that we champion and the people we fight for.

American soldiers [are] going into the homes of Iraqis in the dead of night, terrorizing kids and children, you know, women, breaking sort of the customs of the ñ of ñ the historical customs, religious customs.

America must always be the world's paramount military power. But we can magnify our power through alliances.

I'm proud of my medals. I always was proud of them.

You can't play sports without losing sometimes and, in losing, you learn something about grace and how to act under pressure.

I'm motivated by my passion for our basic values, protecting our interests, and for protecting the future.

There should be a Transatlantic renaissance between the US and Europe based on shared prosperity, security, and values.