Life experience is not something to be denied, but to be celebrated.

Those who speak up, those who use their connections, are more likely to succeed than those who sit and wait.

When there is violence against any person in society, because he or she is different, it threatens us all. Only by speaking out are any of us safe.

A desire to succeed in politics is propelled by these two seemingly contradictory forces, which frequently change places and sometimes coexist: to save others and to save oneself.

Why are video games so violent? The ones I've seen remind me of the 4th of July, with everything exploding, buildings, cars, airplanes, men and women. Kill, kill, and kill for sport and entertainment.

The best antidote to poverty remains simple - a paycheck. Policies like paid family leave, workplace flexibility and affordable quality childcare can make the difference for two-parent or single-parent working families who struggle to make ends meet.

Investment in early education is not a Liberal or Conservative idea. Nor should it be decided along party lines.