I think politicians sometimes badly underestimate the true feelings that Americans have for the land.

Lord, give us the wisdom to utter words that are gentle and tender, for tomorrow we may have to eat them.

In terms of wilderness preservation, Alaska is the last frontier. This time, given one great final chance, let us strive to do it right. Not in our generation, nor ever again, will we have a land and wildlife opportunity approaching the scope and importance of this one.

I think politicians sometimes badly underestimate the true feelings that Americans have for the land.

Any change or reform you make is going to have consequence you don't like.

The ability to change one's views without losing one's seat is the mark of a great politician.

I've been through legislation creating a dozen national parks, and there's always the same pattern. When you first propose a park, and you visit the area and present the case to the local people, they threaten to hang you. You go back in five years and they think it's the greatest thing that ever happened.