America is not better off than it was $1.8 trillion dollars ago.

In order to be able to fulfill our role in the world, America must be strong. America must lead. And for that to happen, we have to strengthen our economy here at home.

I feel very deeply about the need to respect and tolerate people of different social - or sexual orientation. But at the same time, I believe marriage should be preserved as an institution for one man and one woman.

I don't like vampires personally. I don't know any.

It's opportunity. It's opportunity, not a check from government - it's opportunity that has always driven America and defined us as Americans.

I'm not going to just take office in January, I'm going to take responsibility.

I'm a strong believer in stating your position and not wavering.