There is no reason for a civilian to have an automatic weapon.

If you have a deep-seated need to be loved and admired every day, you shouldn't be in politics. You should go work at a pet store.

I'm a big supporter of the Second Amendment. But I think I have a First Amendment right not to be shot.

Whether it's on the streets of Philadelphia or New York or Chicago or Atlanta or in a classroom in Newtown, Connecticut, people want to be safe.

Everyone felt comfortable with these guys and what their vision was, and when they said they want to keep the staff intact, that was very encouraging.

Philadelphia, the foundation of freedom, liberty and democracy, I still believe in the idea of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

Politics in Philadelphia is a contact sport.