I would vote to increase the debt limit if there was a corresponding level of cuts. And if there was some serious talk about a balanced budget amendment, which we as governors always had to deal with.

The real secret about diplomats is that we're trained to say something, when there is nothing to say, and to say nothing when there is something to say.

To be clear. I believe in evolution and trust scientists on global warming. Call me crazy.

I'm not competing in Iowa for a reason.

People truly reaching across boundaries - be they religious or race, political or geographic. A state that is sincerely civil and respectful of each individual's pathway toward life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness will be our goal.

I don't think you need to run down someone's reputation in order to run for the office of president.

But economic recovery must be earned. And it will be earned by entrepreneurs and it will be earned by small businesses.