I'm very grateful that President Obama has lifted the restrictions on federal funding for embryonic stem cell research.

I couldn't possibly lead the kind of life I lead, and keep the schedule that I do, having radiation or chemotherapy.

Why take chances? It may be nonsense, but does anybody really know? And people have certainly been fascinated by astrology for thousands of years.

The White House belongs to all Americans. It's supposed to be something we're proud of.

I don't like a lot of frills and fusses.

I am a big believer that you have to nourish any relationship. I am still very much a part of my friends' lives and they are very much a part of my life. A First Lady who does not have this source of strength and comfort can lose perspective and become isolated.

I don't talk about political matters. That's not my department.