It was absolutely critical to renew the Bush tax cuts. Letting them expire would result in a massive tax increase that would retard economic growth.

I was in the world of business for 25 years. If you didn't balance your budget, you went out of business.

I know what it takes to create good jobs again. I know what it takes to make sure that you have the kind of opportunity you deserve. And kids across this country are going to recognize, we're bringing back an economy.

We will strengthen our security by building missile defense, restoring our military might, and standing by and strengthening our intelligence officers.

The founders proscribed the establishment of a state religion, but they did not countenance the elimination of religion from the public square. We are a nation 'Under God' and in God, we do indeed trust.

If I'm President of the United States, when I'm President of the United States, we will stand with Israel.

There is no day more joyful in my life than when I see all my family around me. That's the best it gets.