While we can never truly repay the debt we owe our heroes, the least we should do for our brave veterans is to ensure that the government takes a proactive approach to delivering the services and benefits they have earned, so they can access the care they need and so richly deserve.

I don't think clients you represented as an associate are relevant ... I think how you vote is relevant.

I find that when you open the door toward openness and transparency, a lot of people will follow you through.

When we create hope and opportunity in the lives of others, we allow love, decency and promise to triumph over cowardice and hate.

If I had a daughter, I would tell her certain things. I would tell her that it’s great to be smart, really smart - that being smart makes you strong. I would tell her that emotions are powerful, so don’t be afraid to show them. I would tell her that some people may judge you on how you look or what you wear - that’s just how it is - but you should keep your focus on what you say and do. I would tell her that she may see the world differently from boys, and that difference is essential and good.

Hardworking men and women deserve not only job security, but also a paycheck when they need to take time off to care for a loved one.

The biggest mistakes I've ever made are when I've been rushed. If I'm overwhelmed, I slow down. It's more effective.