There's two ways of working in Washington, ... One is to go along and get along. The other is to stand up for what you believe in.

The only way you approach politics and seek elective office is to move forward. For me to look back in anger or with any rancor would be a mistake.

Everybody says that they're against the special interests. I'm the only one the special interests don't give any money to.

In prison, I fell in love with my country. I had loved her before then, but like most young people, my affection was little more than a simple appreciation for the comforts and privileges most Americans enjoyed and took for granted. It wasn't until I had lost America for a time that I realized how much I loved her.

I think we also ought to prepare the American public, by way of informing them, that Saddam Hussein has these weapons, continues to attempt to improve their capability, and would not be reluctant to export them to other countries. So he presents a clear and present danger.

Fear is the opportunity for courage, not proof of cowardice.

I think I am becoming incapable of being too surprised. But it just makes me sad and sick.