I would explain to my children very simply that the defense of liberty is a cause that exacts a very high price in the history of humankind.

If we become one of those societies that attack success, why not come as certain there will be a lot less success? And that's not who we are.

I stand ready to lead us down a different path where we're lifted up by our desire to succeed, not dragged down by a resentment of success.

When I place my hand on the Bible and take the oath of office, that oath becomes my highest promise to God. If I am fortunate to become your president, I will serve no one religion, no one group, no one cause, and no one interest. A President must serve only the common cause of the people of the United States.

And wages - we'll see the end of this decline we're having. The median income in America is down 10% in just the last four years. That's got to stop. We've got to start seeing rising wages and job growth.

I supported the assault weapon ban.

Ending illegal immigration only strengthens legal immigration.