I am not asking anyone to take the fun out of childhood. As we all know, treats are one of the best parts of being a kid. Instead, the goal here is to empower parents instead of undermining them as they try to make healthier choices for their families.

Just keep focusing on the work that you're doing. Focus on what's in front of you today. And don't read the papers, just go campaign. Just do your thing. Talk to people directly

There's so much going on in the healthcare system that makes it difficult for women to really have a strong economic hold if insurance is always an issue.

I'm not a big fan of young kids having Facebook. It's not something they need. It's not necessary.

I love that we can trust Barack to do what he says he's going to do, even when it's hard - especially when it's hard.

Not everybody is going to run a marathon or do a triathlon. It's not necessary to do that to be in good health.

I don't, as my mom would say, sweat the small stuff in our relationship. Because when I think of day-to-day irritations that you might have with the one you love, they're nothing compared to the bigger task at hand.