This is the Democratic paradox: You want so much to run America and yet you seem not so fond of Americans.
Peggy NoonanThe core of the concept of a bribe is an inducement improperly influencing the performance of a public function meant to be gratuitously exercised.
Peggy NoonanDon't fall in love with politicians, they're all a disappointment. They can't help it, they just are.
Peggy NoonanDo not be afriad! I can see that Americans are not afraid. They are not afraid of the sun, they are not afraid of the wind, they are not afraid of 'today'. They are, generally speaking, brave, good people. And so I say to you today, always be brave. Do not be afraid. Do not be afraid. God is with you. Do not be afraid to search for God-then you will truly be the land of the free, the home of the brave. God Bless America.
Peggy Noonan