The fundamental difference between us and the terror network we fight is that we value every life.

We are all strong-willed, forceful personalities and the President encourages vigorous debate.

If we are going to commit American troops, we must be certain they have a clear mission, an achievable goal and an exit strategy.

The President has a wonderful sense of humor, which is one of the reasons it is so much fun to work for him.

For the year after I left government service, I worked as a consultant to the Republican National Committee because the lawyers advised that was the proper way for me to comply with ethics regulations and continue to advise the President.

And when I started college, I think I was good at two things: arguing and asking questions.

As a young girl I think I wanted to be a horse woman. I loved horses.