America is in a newly competitive position around the world, and unless we keep our lead in education for all of our people and do the research along with that, other nations will start outdoing us and they will be leaders in the world.

If there is one thing I’ve learned in my years on this planet, it’s that the happiest and most fulfilled people I’ve known are those who devoted themselves to something bigger and more profound than merely their own self interest.

I still love to fly and I'll never get over that.

Just because I'm 77 doesn't mean I don't have a dream.

This is a day we have managed to avoid for a quarter of a century. We've talked about it before and speculated about it, and it finally has occurred. We hoped we could push this day back forever.

I am a stranger. I come in peace. Take me to your leader and there will be a massive reward for you in eternity.

There are times when you devote yourself to a higher cause than personal safety.