The one thing sure about politics is that what goes up comes down and what goes down often comes up.

President Johnson and I have a lot in common. We were both born in small towns and we're both fortunate in the fact that we think we married above ourselves.

A politician knows that his friends are not always his allies, and that his adversaries are not always his enemies.

People should not have to pay for pollution they do not cause.

The worst thing a politician can be is dull. At least I'm interesting.

With those who are willing to join, let us cooperate to reduce the burden of arms, to strengthen the structure of peace, to lift up the poor and the hungry.

In our own lives, let each of us ask — not just what will government do for me, but what can I do for myself? In the challenges we face together, let each of us ask —not just how can government help, but how can I help?