I was so fortunate. My parents lived lives of service. They helped other people, that was their second nature; it came to them so naturally. It wasn't forced. This is their character, and it's a big advantage I have, being raised by people like this, having a secure and stable life, and a lot of love and encouragement.

A good book is like an unreachable itch. You just can't leave it alone.

Children who are read to learn two things: First, that reading is worthwhile, and second, that they are worthwhile.

I'm not the one who was elected." Although she disagreed with her husband on "a lot of issues," she emphasized, "I would never do anything to undermine my husband's point of view.

For countries to succeed, for democracies to succeed, the women and men in those countries need to be free. Women and men need to know their rights.

Educated people can make their own choices about their governments. And certainly for women, an education allows you to understand your rights.

I like politics. I like traveling in the United States.