When you expand your ability to see, you understand that there are a lot of false choices being offered.

Everybody will make mistakes, and for some that mistake will rise to the level of being a crime.

I've been a proud mentor to many women seeking public office, because I believe we need more women at all levels of government. Women have an equal stake in our future and should have an equal voice in our politics. These are challenging times, but I believe getting more women to run for office is a big part of the solution.

I've had the good fortune and blessing to run for the offices for which I really wanted to do the work.

I have a difficult time sitting down for long periods.

I love being in a courtroom.

Generally speaking, the public appetite for criminal justice policy is just tough talk.